Your Responsibilities:
Ø Strategic responsibility for defined product groups, including the development, implementation, and continuous refinement of product group and supplier strategies
Ø Analysis of national and international procurement markets, identification of cost-saving opportunities, and development of appropriate sourcing and negotiation strategies
Ø Independently preparing and conducting requests for proposals, bid comparisons, and contract negotiations while considering quality, costs, delivery performance, and total cost of ownership
Ø Establishment, qualification, evaluation, and further development of strategic suppliers, including performance reviews, risk assessments, and tracking of corrective actions
Ø Close collaboration with internal departments such as Production, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to ensure cost-effective and sustainable procurement solutions
Ø Participation in international, cross-functional projects within a matrix organization, as well as support for standardization, cost optimization, and process improvement initiatives
Ø Maintenance of procurement-related data in SAP and ensuring transparent documentation of negotiation results, contracts, and supplier decisions
Ø Long-term prospect: Assumption of the role of Sourcing Team Leader for two locations
Your Qualifications:
Ø A bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, business administration, supply chain management, or a comparable field; alternatively, a completed technical or business apprenticeship with relevant additional qualifications in procurement
Ø Several years of professional experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management at an international industrial company, ideally with responsibility for technical product groups
Ø In-depth knowledge of strategic procurement, supplier management, contract and price negotiations, and total cost of ownership analyses
Ø Strong analytical skills for evaluating markets, suppliers, cost structures, and risks, as well as a structured, solution-oriented approach to work
Ø Strong negotiation skills, assertiveness, and confident communication, combined with a collaborative and professional approach when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Ø High level of initiative, willingness to embrace change, and a passion for actively identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement and cost savings
Ø Experience in international, cross-functional structures, as well as a willingness to travel occasionally
Ø Proficiency in SAP and MS Office; knowledge of reporting, analysis, or procurement tools is a plus
Ø Fluency in spoken and written German and English
At Kelvion we thrive on collaboration, embracing diversity of thought, and valuing every voice. Within Kelvion creativity shines because people are listened to, their contributions recognised, and their ideas welcomed. Our flexible approach to the way we work places people’s health and satisfaction as a priority, enhancing engagement and fostering career opportunities. We empower engaged individuals to grow, progress and carve their own paths within the company.
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