Strategischer Einkäufer Automatisierungstechnik / Robotik (m/w/d)
Core
Developing and implementing future-oriented procurement strategies for defined clusters, managing global supplier portfolios, and optimizing sourcing markets.
Role type
Senior strategic procurement manager (automation/robotics)
Builds
Global supplier strategies, optimized procurement portfolios, and cost-efficiency measures
Domain
Industrial automation, robotics, and manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic negotiation, supplier portfolio management, market analysis, cost optimization, Make-or-Buy concept development, project management
Preferred skills
Technical understanding of automation/robotics, international business acumen, risk analysis
Technologies
SAP, ERP systems, market analysis tools
Responsibilities
Develop procurement strategies for specific clusters, manage global supplier relationships and performance reviews, identify new international sourcing markets, lead price and contract negotiations, initiate cost optimization and standardization measures, collaborate with technical teams on Make-or-Buy decisions, manage strategic escalations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC