Program Buyer (m/f/d)

Leggett Dynamics; Nürnberg; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee, free water

Phone and laptop

Flexible working hours

Mobile work

Part-time option

Company events

Private pension supplement

30 days vacation

Job summary

Leggett Dynamics is seeking a Program Buyer (m/f/d) to lead purchasing activities for development and customer programs within our Procurement team. The role focuses on cost, quality, timing, and performance, interfacing with suppliers and cross-functional teams throughout product development.

You will negotiate supplier agreements, manage risks, and drive early supplier involvement and cost optimization across automotive programs. International travel (~20%) is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable qualification with a strong technical understanding.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing, sourcing, or supplier management of technical products, ideally within the automotive industry.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel internationally (approx. 20%)

Responsibilities

• Lead all purchasing activities for assigned development and customer programs.
• Execute global category strategies within your programs in close collaboration with Category Management.
• Ensure the successful achievement of key program targets, including cost, quality, timing, and service requirements.
• Prepare and present sourcing recommendations for review and approval by the Sourcing Committee.
• Negotiate and implement supplier agreements while effectively managing commercial and supply chain risks.
• Act as the primary interface between suppliers and internal program teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Category Management to involve suppliers early in the development process and identify cost optimization and value engineering opportunities.
• Monitor program costs, timelines, and supplier performance in partnership with Supplier Development and other key stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates, market insights, and purchasing expertise to the program core team

Skills

Purchasing

Sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Education

Engineering

Business Administration

Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis tools

Job description

We, at Leggett Dynamics are searching for an Program Buyer (m/f/d) within our Procurement team to help support our Automotive business. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Motors, Actuators and Massage Systems. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As an Program Buyer (m/f/d) you will serve as the central link between suppliers, category management, and cross-functional program teams, ensuring program success in terms of cost, quality, timing, and performance.

Additionally, You’ll

• Lead all purchasing activities for assigned development and customer programs
• Execute global category strategies within your programs in close collaboration with Category Management
• Ensure the successful achievement of key program targets, including cost, quality, timing, and service requirements
• Prepare and present sourcing recommendations for review and approval by the Sourcing Committee
• Negotiate and implement supplier agreements while effectively managing commercial and supply chain risks
• Act as the primary interface between suppliers and internal program teams throughout the product development lifecycle
• Collaborate with Category Management to involve suppliers early in the development process and identify cost optimization and value engineering opportunities
• Monitor program costs, timelines, and supplier performance in partnership with Supplier Development and other key stakeholders
• Provide regular updates, market insights, and purchasing expertise to the program core team

To Be Successful In This Role, You’ll Need

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable qualification with a strong technical understanding
• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing, sourcing, or supplier management of technical products, ideally within the automotive industry
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills in an international environment
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in terms of cost, quality, and timing
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier cost structures (including cost breakdown analysis)
• Familiarity with automotive quality standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data-driven decision-making tools
• Fluent English and willingness to travel internationally (approx. 20%)

Our Values

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

Germany Benefits Include

• Free coffee, free water
• Phone and laptop
• Flexible working hours
• Mobile work
• Possibility to work part-time
• Company events (e.g. Christmas party, summer party)
• Private pension supplement
• 30 days vacation, option for additional unpaid leave
• Chance to contribute your own ideas

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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