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.
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