Strategischer Einkäufer (m/w/d)
Core
End-to-end management and optimization of assigned product groups, from strategy development and global framework contract negotiations to active supply chain risk management.
Role type
Senior strategic procurement manager (category management)
Builds
Global supply chain resilience, cost optimization, and strategic supplier partnerships for the Rheinmetall Group
Domain
Defense & Aerospace / Strategic Procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supply chain risk management, category management, cost analysis (MLPP/LPP), supplier development, stakeholder management, data analysis
Preferred skills
Technical understanding, intercultural competence, innovation identification
Technologies
SAP, MS Office (via careerplan.io/jobs/15939-BB-634841-7878-7825-S-strategischer-einkaufer-mwd-at-rheinmetall-ag)
Responsibilities
Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned product groups; Lead global framework contract negotiations and supplier selection; Manage supply chain risks by establishing second sources and resilience plans; Lead and mentor procurement teams; Conduct market analysis and TCO-based tendering; Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Legal, Treasury, R&D).