Purchasing Manager (m/f/d)

Major Duties:

• Responsible for strategic and advanced purchasing activities within the given section/ commodity ensuring compliance with global purchasing objectives and strategies of PPT
• Lead general supplier affairs, e.g. claim management, analysis of potential suppliers, resourcing, financial Improvement, processes etc.
• Systematic market research by continuous investigation of local and international markets.
• Lead final negotiation considering all purchasing criteria (review purchase requests, prepare bidders list, and select suppliers, evaluate quotes etc.)
• Management of material costs and related plannings in order to achieve targets. Guarantee financial control over the programs (on component level)
• Review quotations in preparation for supplier nomination, negotiate terms and conditions in compliance with overall business objectives. Prepare value analysis.
• Establish correspondence to suppliers, business representatives, and agencies. Drive proven contract management and its acceptance in the local environment.
• Be constantly informed about national and international economic or business situations as they affect purchasing decisions for commodities assigned. Also, remain constantly alert to national, international, and state legal requirements.
• Set-up of team structure. Manage, motivate and develop team members.
• Be a leader who demonstrates determination, energy and enthusiasm.
• You will have an open and flexible approach, willing to work in a constantly evolving/ growing environment and accept a challenge

• At least 7-10 years in Automotive purchasing manufacturing experience
• Strong Leadership Skills, 2-5 years in team management experience
• Priority setting
• Experience in two of the following commodities is a distinct advantage for this position:
• Castings (High pressure die cast, permanent and semi permanent mould casting, machining)
• Sintered / powder metal parts
• Plastics
• Stampings
• Bearings/ Seals/ Gaskets
• Electronics
• Knowledge of technical drawings reading.
• A team player who demonstrates determination, energy and enthusiasm.
• Have an open and flexible approach, willing to work in a constantly evolving/growing environments and accept the challenge
• Analytical skills, proactive approach
• Computer skills: SAP, Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Lotus Notes
• Ability to express information in a manner appropriate to different levels of people and to lead negotiations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Fluent in English is a must, second language is an advantage

Educational Requirements:

• Engineering Degree, Mechanical engineering degree is an advantage

• An international environment characterised by challenges and dynamism

• Opportunities for professional development

• Advanced training programmes

• An inclusive work environment

Contact Person: Paola Languardia