Job Description

Responsible for gathering, analyzing, and interpreting market data to inform strategic sourcing decisions, identify cost-saving opportunities, and mitigate risks in the supply chain related to crop protection active ingredients. Previous experience on sourcing market intel and data from the Chinese and Indian markets is a must. Experience in the crop protection industry with a basic understanding of the regulatory framework would be advantageous.

This position reports to: Global Head of Procurement
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Role Responsibilities:

Market Analysis: Conduct thorough research on industry trends, competitor activities, and supplier capabilities related to crop protection active ingredients (AIs) globally. Data Collection: Assess global data sources for crop protection chemicals as well as related intermediates and raw materials from various sources, including industry reports, databases, and market surveys. Reporting: Develop and maintain market intelligence reports and dashboards, as well as a historical price database of relevant input materials and generic AIs. Supplier Capability: Assess and evaluate suppliers based on external market intelligence combined with internal metrics to support procurement strategies. Cost Analysis: Analyze cost structures on critical AIs in conjunction with Procurement Managers to enable cost optimization to ensure competitiveness. Risk identification: Stay abreast of market developments of competing molecules/generic entrants to provide advanced warning to the business allowing time to develop strategies. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with procurement teams and other stakeholders to ensure data supports business objectives. Networking: Establish a trusted knowledge network within the agrochemical industry specifically and the synthetic organic chemicals sector generally. Collaboration: Work with other Gowan teams in adjacent areas related to the objectives of the Procurement Group.
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Education:

Required education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Certifications: Professional certifications in procurement or market intelligence. Training: statistical analysis methods (preferred).
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Experience / Skills / Abilities:

Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and draw conclusions, incorporating statistical methods where applicable. Critical thinking Skills: Ability to evaluate complex situations, foresee potential challenges, and devise strategic solutions. Research Skills: Ability to gather and synthesize information from various sources. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present key information summaries and conclusions to an audience with a wide range of background and experience. Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of the crop protection business, with particular emphasis on active ingredient procurement. Experience: Substantial experience in procurement or market research, including import/export analysis. Experience: Substantial experience in market research in China and/or India is required. Computer Skills: Skilled in the use of Microsoft products, including Excel, Power BI, SharePoint, Teams, etc. Design and develop interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI or other data processing software to visualize key business metrics and trends Language: Fluency in English is required; fluency in Mandarin is desirable. Time in role: At least five years' experience in Procurement Analysis.
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Job Expectations / Working Conditions:

Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with a range of internal stakeholders. Attention to detail, sense of urgency, work ethic and teamwork Ability to adapt in a continuously changing environment Willingness to travel as needed to meet suppliers and attend industry events. * One primary requirement is working in the office five days a week