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You will support the development and implementation of global sourcing strategies in alignment with business needs and according to the location’s requirements, ensuring early involvement in all key projects. This involves assisting with inputs to negotiate global contracts and driving and implementing sourcing decisions while considering the focus on total costs.Candidate will aid in managing global demand for Forgings and Copper Casting for the business unit Electrification & Automation and fostering cross-functional alignment within the area of responsibility.Additionally, the candidate will coordinate and support a virtual team of factory buyers globally to achieve optimum conditions and savings through collaborative, targeted activities.The candidate will contribute to driving efficiency through effective utilization of procurement levers, such as negotiation, cost transparency, e-sourcing, and cost value engineering.Candidate will assist in leading and developing our supplier network for commercial topics, sustainability, supplier qualification, development, and overall relationship management to ensure growth potential for the business.Ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements will also be part of the candidate's support role.Moreover, the candidate will apply supply market intelligence, commercial and technical trends, and focus on future technologies and innovation to drive value for the business.Your defining qualities• You are Engineering graduate - preferable Mechanical or Production - and willingness to travel internationally (approx. 50% of you time) complete your profile.• You are a strategic problem solver with strong negotiation and contract leadership skills.• You have a deep understanding of the global supply chain landscape and a clear understanding of international competition, ideally acquired through long-term stays abroad or co-operation within an international environment.• You have many years of experience in procurement and cross-functional experience in a related functional area including a proven understanding of related reporting and controlling requirements.• You are proficient in written and spoken English to ensure global communication and negotiation on executive level.• You are a standout colleague, proactive and assertive to achieve the business goals, and you are willing to find solutions with modern and digital approaches where you demonstrate ownership culture.You are much more than your qualifications and we believe in the potential of every single candidate. We look forward to getting to know you.
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