Technical Raw Material Manager (f, m, d)

Klüber Lubrication; München; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Cafeteria on-site

Good transport access

Sustainability & social impact

Personal development

Diversity & inclusion

Zusammenfassung

Klüber Lubrication München GmbH & Co. KG is seeking a Technical Raw Material Manager to lead global material qualification and secure high-quality supply. You will manage supplier qualification, audits, and risk, while driving improvements and sharing expertise across sites.

Fluency in English and strong project-management skills are essential as you collaborate with internal teams and external partners in a multinational environment. This is a hybrid role based in Munich.

Qualifikationen

• Several years of experience in raw material management, R&D, quality assurance, or a lab environment.
• Experience working with suppliers on qualification, audits, complaints, or development.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and standards (e.g., FMEA, DOE, IATF 16949, VDA).
• Ability to represent and negotiate technical matters with stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Lead qualification and approval of global raw materials and sourcing options for defined material groups.
• Ensure a stable, high-quality raw materials supply through specification management and supplier collaboration.
• Identify and manage quality, supply, and compliance risks across the global supply chain.
• Resolve technical issues and supplier complaints while developing sustainable solutions with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Drive continuous improvement and implementation of global raw material processes and standards.
• Coach and train sites worldwide to build global expertise in raw material management.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in English

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Klüber Lubrication is a global leader in specialty lubrication and part of the Freudenberg Group. With subsidiaries in 30+ countries and partners worldwide, our custom solutions support nearly every industry - from automotive to food processing. Join us to drive innovation, sustainability, and lasting impact - Together beyond lubrication.

Benefits

• Cafeteria/ Canteen: We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold.
• Easily Reachable: Easy, low-stress access by car or public transport.
• Sustainability & Social Commitment: We support social and sustainable projects and encourage employee involvement.
• Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.

München

Hybrid Work

Klüber Lubrication München GmbH & Co. KG

You support our team as

Technical Raw Material Manager (f, m, d)

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical qualification and approval of global raw materials and new sourcing options for defined material groups
• Ensure a stable supply of raw materials with consistently high quality through effective specification management and close collaboration with suppliers
• Identify, assess, and manage quality, supply, and compliance risks across the global supply chain
• Resolve technical issues and supplier complaints while developing sustainable solutions in partnership with suppliers and manufacturers
• Drive the continuous improvement and implementation of global raw material processes, standards, and best practices
• Support the development of global expertise in raw material management through coaching, training, and technical consulting for sites worldwide

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; alternatively, a chemical-technical qualification combined with relevant professional experience
• Several years of experience in raw material management, research and development, quality assurance, or a laboratory environment
• Proven experience working with suppliers in areas such as qualification, audits, complaint management, or technical development
• Ideally, strong knowledge of quality management systems and common methodologies and standards such as FMEA, DOE, IATF 16949, and VDA guidelines
• Strong presence and the ability to confidently represent and negotiate technical matters with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent project management, communication, and teamwork skills, combined with an analytical, structured, and process-oriented approach to work
• Fluency in written and spoken English, with the ability to collaborate effectively in an international environment

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.