Strategic Buyer - Direct Materials 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Strategic Buyer - Direct Materials to strengthen our global procurement team. You'll manage a largely European supply market, with selective sourcing from Asia and world-wide, and play a critical role in ensuring production availability, our top priority.

This role is ideal for a proactive, commercially minded sourcing professional who thrives in a complex, international environment and enjoys driving supplier performance, cost optimization, and long-term value creation.

How you'll make an impact

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to meet business objectives
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships
• Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed of industry trends and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of procurement strategies with overall business goals
• Monitor and manage supplier performance, ensuring compliance with quality standards and delivery timelines, and continuous supplier development
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements
• Negotiate contracts and coordinate supplier integration plans with internal clients
• Monitor market dynamics that impact materials/services availability and/or pricing
• Partner with internal clients to identify sourcing needs, support product development projects, identify demand, supply and market trends

• Master's degree in science and supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, preferably in a senior role
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools, including SAP4HANA
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Fluent in German and English