Strategic Buyer

This is your chance to join a dynamic team and play a key role in sourcing and managing critical components. As a Strategic Buyer , you'll be responsible for a portfolio of strategic industrial suppliers (motors and electronics) that contribute to air handling units, fire protection systems, and more. Here's what you'll do: Manage supplier relationships: Oversee a panel of suppliers, handling upfront sourcing, contracts, annual negotiations, and project collaboration. Stay ahead of the curve: Conduct technological and competitive monitoring to ensure your supplier portfolio offers cutting-edge solutions. Drive innovation and efficiency: Partner with project teams to leverage supplier expertise and implement cost-reduction initiatives (resourcing, value engineering). Ensure supplier excellence: Evaluate supplier performance, conduct audits, and identify areas for improvement. Collaborate for success: Coordinate activities with other company sites to conduct joint negotiations and optimize purchasing strategies. Travel is a key aspect of this role, primarily within Europe and Turkey. Are you the ideal candidate? Proven experience is key: Hold a university degree and several years of experience in industrial purchasing. Technical know-how a plus: Possess a strong interest in technical products Team player with strong communication skills: Collaborate effectively, participate in internal projects, and represent your profession with confidence. International mindset: Fluency in English is essential for interacting with international contacts. Join a company that values its employees and fosters a positive work environment. You'll work closely with colleagues across various departments (R&D, logistics), as well as collaborate with counterparts from other company locations. #J-18808-Ljbffr