Commodity buyer Jobs in Ilvesheim

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Responsibilities :

You represent the interests of Vibracoustic for the Commodity group Metals / Electromechanics, Electronic Components and PCBa in the region EU

You are responsible for performing market analysis of indices, technologies, suppliers’ financial risk and providing information to internal stakeholders

You do research and scout supply market for a given commodity in the best cost countries and lead their onboarding according to the automotive requirements

Prepare and roll out regional commodity strategy in alignment with the global commodity manager, define and maintain supplier portfolio, and actively drive the strategy throughout the region

You fulfill material cost savings targets through negotiation, directing new / existing business awards, and supporting VA / VE activities

You negotiate annual contracts and agreements with portfolio suppliers as well as settling delivery & payment terms / incoterms

You are responsible for the reporting of purchasing performance results and setting up ERP System in terms of pricing, surcharges, etc.

Qualifications :

You have profound experience in the field of purchasing / as a commodity buyer, especially in the automotive area

Your degree in engineering / Business Administration, or comparable, is a plus

You have very good knowledge of purchasing and automotive processes

Your personality is characterized by strong negotiation skill and you work independently

You enjoy business travel and networking, preferably to suppliers

You are fluent in English (written and spoken) and good in German