NPM Purchasing EMEA Category Buyer - Infrastructure CTBC
Core
EMEA Category Buyer for Packaging responsible for regional tactical purchasing activities, supplier negotiations, and contract lifecycle management to optimize supply and generate profit.
Role type
Category Buyer (Purchasing)
Builds
Packaging materials and services supply chain
Domain
Automotive / Industrial Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
International negotiation, contract lifecycle management, supplier selection and evaluation, data analytics for spend profiling, project management, SAP R/3 + S/4 proficiency, Value Engineering
Preferred skills
German language skills, experience in project management, certifications in purchasing
Technologies
SAP R/3, SAP S/4, e-sourcing platforms, AI-driven analytics
Responsibilities
Conduct international negotiations for integrated categories, drive make-or-buy scenarios and bundling effects, manage contract lifecycle for new and existing agreements, approve and negotiate shopping carts above 25k€, create and send purchase orders, consult internal customers on purchasing constraints, plan regular meetings with key customers, clarify technical and commercial requirements, manage data analytics for category spend and demand, drive adoption of digital procurement tools, lead projects within the purchasing organization, ensure compliance with Business Partner Code of Conduct and Corporate Guidelines
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC