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Strategic Buyer Aerospace & Defence (all gender)

Friedrichshafen, BW, de🌐 Remote💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-04 → 2026-09-27

Core

Manage procurement of radar systems, electronic components, and technical subsystems while leading RFQ/RFP processes and negotiating contracts with suppliers.

Role type

Senior Strategic Buyer (Aerospace & Defence)

Builds

Radar systems, electronic components, and technical subsystems for aerospace and defence programs

Domain

Aerospace, Defence, Aviation, Electronics, Radar Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Strategic purchasing, Category management, Supplier management, RFQ/RFP process management, Contract negotiation, Supplier performance monitoring, Make-or-buy decision support, Supply chain risk mitigation, SAP MM, SAP S/4HANA Procurement

Preferred skills

Aerospace/Defence industry experience, Radar systems knowledge, RF technologies expertise, Avionics systems knowledge, German language proficiency

Technologies

SAP MM, SAP S/4HANA

Responsibilities

Manage procurement of radar systems, electronic components, and technical subsystems; Lead RFQ/RFP processes and negotiate pricing and commercial terms; Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance regarding cost, quality, and delivery; Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams; Support make-or-buy decisions and cost optimization initiatives; Identify and mitigate obsolescence and supply chain risks

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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