Procurement Specialist
This role involves managing procurement activities for a defined supplier panel, including proposing future supplier roadmap strategies.
* The ideal candidate will be highly analytical and capable of solving complex challenges independently.
* Audit and supplier evaluation experiences are required.
* A strong understanding of LEAN management is also essential.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Supply Chain Team to cover the whole range of Supply Chain activities, from selection, contract negotiations, auditing, all the way to managing their part portfolio in serial production.
Responsibilities:
* Manage procurement activities for a defined supplier panel, including proposing future supplier roadmap strategies.
* Propose Supply Chain Process improvements, defining and setting up lean processes with our partners to support us in scaling up, enabled by Rolling Forecasts and Inventory Management.
* Perform sourcing with partner suppliers to support our production targets.
* Maintain supplier contracts throughout the product lifecycle, and participate in audits, manage supplier performance monitoring and evaluation activity at the supplier.
* Achieve defined Supply Chain KPIs (Quality/On-Time Performance).
* Ensure updated and reliable information related to the suppliers and the products in our ERP.
Requirements:
* 3 years of Commodity &/or Project Buyer experience.
* Strong interpersonal, reporting, negotiation and communication skills.
* Excellent fluency in English, any other language a plus.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Solution-oriented, while managing priorities with different stakeholders.
What we offer:
* A dynamic team environment.
* The opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced company.
* A chance to develop your skills and expertise in supply chain management.
If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, we would love to hear from you.