Category Buyer (all genders)
Core
Drive global price and contract negotiations, manage end-to-end procurement workflows, and ensure supplier compliance for unmanned systems.
Role type
Category Buyer (Supply Chain)
Builds
High-performance unmanned systems for NATO Allies and partners
Domain
Defence technology / Autonomous systems
Required skills
Global negotiation, end-to-end procurement workflow management, supplier compliance, inventory level management, supply chain risk mitigation, logistics cost optimization, cross-functional collaboration, supply chain software implementation
Preferred skills
ERP systems (SAP, Oracle NetSuite), German language proficiency
Technologies
SAP, Oracle NetSuite
Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies to optimise the entire supply chain, from procurement to delivery. Monitor and manage inventory levels to minimise overstocking and shortages. Select, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers; negotiate contracts and terms. Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the supply chain and implement improvement measures. Analyse and mitigate supply chain risks to minimise disruptions. Monitor and optimise logistics costs. Prepare reports and analyses on supply chain performance. Evaluate and implement supply chain management software and technologies.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC