Non-Production Purchasing (Contract Logistics) Lead Expert (m/f/d)
Core
Lead strategic procurement and category management for Contract Logistics, focusing on cost optimization, supplier negotiations, and network development.
Role type
Senior Strategic Purchasing Specialist (Contract Logistics)
Builds
Optimized logistics cost models, supplier contracts, and a standardized global purchasing process.
Domain
Automotive industry, Contract Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> dashboards & analysis (cost models, category reporting)
Required skills
Global sourcing strategy, commercial negotiations, warehousing cost modeling, supplier consolidation, database management, market analysis, SAP/ERP proficiency, advanced Excel
Preferred skills
Automotive industry experience, wire harness knowledge, strategic purchasing background, additional European languages
Responsibilities
Develop and execute global RFIs/RFQs, maintain warehousing cost models, lead commercial negotiations with logistics providers, manage Contract Logistics category for optimization, build purchasing databases, analyze market developments, standardize purchasing processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC