We are looking for a dynamic External VendorCoordinator is responsible for managing the procurement process for non-production goods within Danone NZ SP. Reporting to the Raws, Packs & Excellence Procurement Manager, this role will work closely with the cross functional team to understand their procurement needs and ensure that the correct process is followed along the way, driving compliance. This is a 6 months fixed term opportunity. You will: Collaborating with internal Contract Owners to understand their procurement needs and requirements Support Contract Owners with vendor documentation Review New Needs form for accuracy including risk analysis, and to determine next steps Review and update Preferred & Active Vendor list Contract management, including life cycle contract management Support on PO & invoice enquiry Review and approve masterdata requests & changes Spend reporting Support cross functional team on vendor trouble shooting Training Contract Owners in the Purchasing Policy & relevant SOPs Inititate and lead productivity cost saving projects within the indirect portfolio Support the Procurement Managers with adhoc tasks as required About you You are an energetic, proactive, confident, and process-oriented professional with prior experience of procurement and digitalization. To be successful you will also have: A tertiary Qualification, Procurement or Supply Chain preferred Comfortable to work without step-by-step guide Experience in manufacturing – pharmaceutical or FMCG environment and contract law is preferred A natural disposition for customer orientation, skilled in influencing & persuading others About us Danone's mission is Bringing health through food to as many people as possible and we want to invite people to join the movement for a healthier world. We recognize the power people have to impact the world through their daily choices. Each time we eat and drink, we vote for the world we want to live in. We believe a healthy body needs healthy food. And healthy food needs a healthy planet and this is what our new signature One Planet One Health embodies. Danone Nutricia Specialised Nutrition produces specialty foods for infants and young children, and our mission "We make every day count for you and your baby" gives meaning to everything we do. We operate out of 3 sites in New Zealand in Auckland and Balclutha, where our teams undertake the manufacturing, distribution, and development of our infant milk and toddler supplements with market-leading brands. WE OFFER The opportunity to make this new role your own, with broad exposure across all areas of our business Endless possibilities to develop and accelerate your career A chance to make a difference to our society through Early Life Nutrition A dynamic manager and a high-performing team where you are both challenged and supported Great Benefits and working culture Performance bonus Annual Salary Review An opportunity for global mobility at other global Danone locations Proving yourself in this role could lead to future opportunities within Danone both locally and abroad. We support our employees to take ownership of developing their career within Danone and encourage moves across (as well as within) our varying functions and businesses. We are passionate about developing and growing our team of leaders, and that could soon include you! To find out more about Danone please check out our Danone LinkedIn Opportunities like these don't come around often so apply today! Apply via the link below before the closing date of 22 Nov 2023. #J-18808-Ljbffr