Strategic Buyer Electronics / Electromechanics (PUR33)_DC

Job Description

Your Responsibilities

· Act as central interface for assigned suppliers in the electronics / electromechanics commodity, ensuring strong cross-functional alignment with DC plants and internal stakeholders

· Lead international price negotiations, contract management, and capacity planning; make and document sourcing decisions

· Drive cost optimization initiatives (ratio projects) and perform cost structure analyses to derive sustainable measures

· Contribute to the development and execution of supplier and part family strategies

· Ensure supplier performance by supporting quality, logistics, and risk management topics

· Conduct supplier scouting and build supply market intelligence to identify opportunities, innovations, and risks with focus on electronics in Asia Pacific

Qualifications

Your Profile

· Proven experience in strategic purchasing, ideally within electronics / electromechanics or comparable technical commodities

· Strong expertise in supplier management, sourcing strategies, and commercial negotiations

· Sound understanding of cost structures, supply chains, and capacity management

· Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a structured and results-driven approach

Skills & Competencies

· Negotiation & communication: Strong negotiation skills in an international environment; confident stakeholder management across functions and management levels

· Analytical capability: Ability to translate complex data and market intelligence into actionable strategies

· Personal strengths: High level of ownership, proactivity, and decision-making capability

· Collaboration: Experience working in matrix organizations and global teams; strong intercultural competence

· Digital skills: Solid knowledge of procurement tools (e.g., SAP, e-sourcing platforms) and advanced Excel/data analysis skills

Organization & Setup

· International role with disciplinary reporting line to the local organization

· Functional responsibility within PUR33

Requirements

· International mindset

· Fluent English (written and spoken)