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Strategischer Einkäufer / Technical Buyer (m/w/d) – Global Sourcing | Maschinenbau

Herne, Westfalen, NORDRHEIN_WESTFALENFull-time$86,000–$110,0002026-10-02 → 2026-10-15

Core

Develop and implement category strategies for technical components in an international manufacturing context, managing global supplier relationships and procurement operations.

Role type

Senior Technical Buyer / Category Manager

Builds

Procurement of technical components (machined parts, hydraulics, elastomers, standard parts) for a global machinery manufacturing client.

Domain

Industrial Manufacturing / Global Sourcing

Required skills

Category management, international supplier selection and evaluation, contract negotiation, technical component procurement, tender management, cross-functional coordination, ERP system proficiency

Preferred skills

Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management, experience in Technical Buyer/Commodity Buyer roles

Technologies

SAP MM, SAP Ariba

Responsibilities

Develop and implement category strategies, select and evaluate international suppliers, negotiate prices and contracts, procure technical components, manage tenders and award decisions, coordinate procurement across international subsidiaries, manage daily operational procurement activities

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC