Responsibilities
* Collaborate closely with vehicle manufacturers during the procurement phase, ensuring service requirements are fully integrated.
* Lead complex contract and pricing negotiations with existing and new suppliers, including the development and monitoring of Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
* Identify and implement cost saving opportunities across projects, leveraging whole life cost data to develop effective procurement strategies.
* Drive cost reduction initiatives and deliver measurable savings, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Prepare and present clear, data driven reports and recommendations for divisional management, supporting decision making.
* Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, ensuring compliance with company standards and legal requirements.
How You Can Make An Impact
* Collaborate closely with vehicle manufacturers during the procurement phase, ensuring service requirements are fully integrated.
* Lead complex contract and pricing negotiations with existing and new suppliers, including the development and monitoring of Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
* Identify and implement cost saving opportunities across projects, leveraging whole life cost data to develop effective procurement strategies.
* Drive cost reduction initiatives and deliver measurable savings, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Prepare and present clear, data driven reports and recommendations for divisional management, supporting decision making.
* Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, ensuring compliance with company standards and legal requirements.
How You Will Contribute
* Proven experience in procurement within the railway industry or a comparable technical sector, ideally in strategic roles.
* Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data driven decision making.
* Strong collaboration skills, able to work effectively across departments and with several stakeholders.
* Resilient and adaptable in a fast paced, dynamic environment, maintaining focus under pressure.
* Proactive, results oriented mindset, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
* Outstanding negotiation skills and a confident, persuasive presence in supplier and stakeholder interactions.
* Commitment to continuous improvement, driving optimization and efficiency.
* Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications, ensuring effective use in daily operations.
* Fluency in English and German, both written and spoken.
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