Strategic Procurement Specialist - Bochum, Deutschland - Keysight Technologies

Keysight Technologies

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Bochum, Deutschland

vor 2 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

beBee Recruiter

Beschreibung

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights to the world's visionaries and innovators in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization.

Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries.

Our technical solutions - and our methods for creating them - help connect and secure the world. Learn more about what we do and how we do it.

Our powerful culture has led to us being independently recognized on Fortune 100's Best Companies List and we are "Great Place to Work" Certified.

We're driven, collaborative, ethical, and curious, and we value all ideas, especially bold ones. And our culture extends far beyond our own walls. Our corporate social responsibility efforts support our communities, nurture the next generation of engineers, and promote environmental sustainability.

At Keysight, Inclusion, Equity & Diversity is an integral part of our core values.

We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

We believe everyone should be respected in the workplace and in their communities regardless of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any protected class.

We continuously challenge ourselves to grow in our understanding of inclusion by engaging in a wide variety of diversity programs, initiatives, employee network groups and mentoring/development.

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We continue to grow in automotive electromobility sector and we are looking for Strategic Buyer based in Bochum Germany. Your skills are in demand now and please come join us as much as we want you.

Possess solid working knowledge on commodity trends in Automotive and Energy industry, cost drivers, global pricing, material lead times, and technical/manufacturing processes and procurement initiatives and programs for supply chain efficiency
Drive supply base optimization and supply chain strategies in procurement strategies
Perform and lead in a variety of procurement and material management activities that include supplier quotations, supplier selection, cost negotiations, lead time management, material purchasing and planning, subcontractor management, supplier performance evaluation, safety stock management, inventory planning and management, business continuity planning, part expediting, delivery and payment resolution
Develop and execute sourcing strategies to support business objectives
Conduct cost analysis to support decision making for existing, new projects and initiatives
Collaborate and develop partnership with product management, engineering, marketing, service, strategic sourcing manager and purchasing to formulate strategies surrounding all products for supplier engagement and total internal buyin to win customer orders and close deals
Provide input on risk mitigation, business continuity, cost management and operation strategies
Establish strong collaboration and partnership with senior management levels, R&D, GSD, engineering, marketing, sales and service and procurement to formulate strategies surrounding all products for supplier engagement and total internal buyin to win customer orders and close deals
Act as a mentor in all areas of procurement practices

Job Qualifications:

A Degree holder with minimum 7 years' experience in strategic procurement or manufacturing industry
Fluent and proficient in both English and German (written and spoken)
Strong teamwork skills in collaborating with suppliers, partner legal compliance and internationally based teams
Possess knowledge of total cost ownership analysis, risk management, responsible sourcing and supplier relations management
Excellent analytic skills and detailed oriented
Excellent communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities
Strong in project management skills
Creative, fast and able to adapt changes and challenges and transform and identify new opportunities
Can work under pressure and tight timeline with min supervision

Job Function:

Manufacturing

Business:

Global Procurement and Materials

Employment Program:

Regular

Duration (temp position only):

Not Applicable

Relocation Benefits:

No

Shift:

Day Job

Schedule:

Full Time (F)

Travel Required:

< 25%

Staffing Recruiter:

Thyra Farkas

EMEA :

Germany :
Nordrhein Westfalen : Bochum
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