Local Buyer (m/w/d)
Core
Managing tender, inquiry, and ordering processes; conducting market and offer analyses; building and qualifying suppliers; and negotiating supplier contracts for armored vehicles and defense technology.
Role type
Senior procurement buyer (defense/automotive)
Builds
Strategic supplier relationships and procurement processes for armored vehicles and military technology
Domain
Defense industry + automotive manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic supplier management, contract negotiation, cost reduction analysis, market analysis, supplier qualification, cross-functional collaboration, technical product knowledge, contract law knowledge, SAP proficiency, English fluency
Preferred skills
Additional foreign languages, technical degree or vocational training with relevant qualification
Technologies
SAP, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Execute tender, inquiry, and ordering processes; conduct demand, procurement market, and offer analyses; build, select, and qualify suppliers; prepare and conduct supplier negotiations; identify and implement cost-saving opportunities; collaborate with project procurement and cross-functional teams
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior level with solid procurement experience