Global Supplier Account Manager (Computing Platforms&Software), Eindhoven

Global Supplier Account Manager (Computing Platforms&Software)

As the Global Supplier Account Manager, you will drive supplier negotiations, monitor performance metrics, and implement corrective measures to optimize agreements while interacting with senior management to align category management efforts and unlock maximum value from third‑party purchases. Responsibilities

Foster strong supplier relationships and leverage technology to enhance procurement effectiveness and innovation. Contribute to formulating and executing cross‑functional sourcing strategies, providing valuable insights to Make or Buy decisions and shaping policies governing category spend. Drive negotiations with suppliers, monitor performance metrics, and swiftly implement corrective measures to optimize supplier agreements and ensure alignment withorganizational goals.Qualifications

8+ years’ experience managing complex agreements to drive significant productivity. Cloud Technology expertise: in‑depth understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and SaaS/Cloud cost‑optimization initiatives, including pricing models and cost‑saving strategies. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant discipline; or 12+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.Additional expertise in Lean/Six Sigma, Design to Cost/Clean Sheet, or project management methodologies is an advantage. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills to foster collaboration, influence stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and drive continuous improvement in alignment with business goals.Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices for SaaS/Cloud security and compliance. Ability to perform required physical, cognitive, and environmental job requirements with or without accommodation. Work Environment

Office‑based role: work in‑person at least 3 days per week at the company’s facilities. Field roles (if any) may be at customer or supplier locations. EEO Statement

It is the policy of Philips to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, color, citizenship, disability or perceived disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. For US applicants only: Philips is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer Disability/Veteran. Click here to review“EEO Is The Law and Supplement” Poster. Click here to review the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Statement. As an equal opportunity employer, Philips is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the RehabilitationAct of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 888-367-7223, option 5, for assistance.

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