Buyer- Purchasing
Core
Support Purchasing, Sales, Manufacturing, and Engineering departments in identification, development, and maintenance of prototype and pilot stage supply chain, inclusive of optimized costs, logistics, and delivery within the global supply base.
Role type
Buyer / Purchasing Representative
Builds
Prototype and pilot stage supply chain components, outsourcing subprojects, and project-specific contracts for Drive and Control Technologies.
Domain
Industrial equipment / Mobile machinery / Hydraulic systems / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (prototype parts, outsourcing solutions)
Required skills
Project management, reading engineering drawings, understanding technical specifications, PPAP process knowledge, preventive quality tools, contract management, technology observation, cost optimization, logistics management
Preferred skills
SAP proficiency, Advanced Excel, Mechanical Engineering background
Technologies
SAP, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Responsibilities
Execute new product and cost savings projects for external procurement; manage outsourcing subprojects and supplier changes; conduct preventive quality measures with suppliers; procure prototypes and initial samples; control initial sample release (dimensions, function, material, process); monitor start of serial production until handover; manage change management and innovation connections with supplier market; initiate pre-sourcing meetings for supplier pre-selection.
Seniority
Mid-level (3+ years experience)
