Senior Einkäufer / Senior Procurement Partner (w/m/d)
Core
Strategic sourcing and supplier management for direct materials in a manufacturing environment, focusing on cost optimization, contract negotiation, and supplier development.
Role type
Senior strategic procurement partner (direct materials)
Builds
Strategic supplier relationships and cost-optimized supply chains for chemical analysis lab instruments and software
Domain
Life sciences manufacturing / Chemical analysis instrumentation
Required skills
Strategic supplier selection and negotiation, Cost optimization project leadership, Framework agreement creation, Make-or-buy decision analysis, Sourcing market research, Category strategy development, Supplier audit management, Data analysis and KPI reporting, ERP system proficiency, Technical and economic thinking
Preferred skills
Master's degree, NPDI project management experience, Value analysis and product costing expertise, Cross-functional team collaboration, English language proficiency
Technologies
ERP systems, Office applications
Responsibilities
Independently select suppliers, request quotes, and negotiate prices; Lead and initiate cost optimization projects; Negotiate and create framework agreements; Prepare and participate in make-or-buy decisions; Manage outsourcing projects; Conduct sourcing market research; Develop category strategies with R&D and Global Sourcing; Develop strategic suppliers for quality, performance, and cost; Accompany supplier audits; Handle supplier correspondence; Participate in operations projects; Create and analyze KPIs; Process ECOs and maintain procurement master data.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC