Strategic buyer for sheet metal processing

Strategic Buyer for Sheet Metal Processing (m/f/d) | 100%

Our client is a world‑leading technology company in the development and production of highly mobile special‑purpose vehicles in the 5 to 40‑ton range. To strengthen their team at their location in the Thurgau/Lake Constance region, we are looking for an ambitious individual for strategic purchasing.

Background

Role Type : Permanent

• Strategy development: Creating and implementing commodity group and supplier strategies.
• Market analysis: Worldwide analysis of procurement markets as well as identification and qualification of new suppliers.
• Risk management: Actively managing supplier risk.
• Auditing: Conducting supplier evaluations and participating in audits in cooperation with the Quality Management (SQM) department.
• Contract management: Ensuring a sound general contractual basis and conducting negotiations.
• Interface function: Technical contact person for new developments and support for innovation projects.
• Cost efficiency: Identification, implementation and documentation of potential savings.

What you bring with you

• Education: Technical and/or business administration training with specific further training in the field of purchasing.
• Experience: Several years of experience in strategic purchasing, ideally with a focus on sheet metal processing and the procurement of complex assemblies.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills as well as technical understanding.
• Soft skills: Confident negotiation skills, strong communication skills and presentation skills in an international environment.
• Languages: Fluent German and English skills (both spoken and written).
• IT: Proficient use of SAP ERP and MS Office applications.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel internationally on business.