Commodity Buyer

HORSE; España; Híbrido; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player in the automotive sector is seeking a proactive individual to join their procurement team. This role involves supporting supplier management and risk assessment while fostering a collaborative work environment. The company values innovation and inclusivity, offering opportunities for professional growth and real project involvement. With a hybrid work model and competitive compensation, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the transition to sustainable mobility. If you're solution-oriented and possess strong negotiation skills, this is an exciting opportunity to build a career that matters.

Servicios

Competitive salary with fixed and variable components

Life insurance

Pension plan

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Collaborative work environment

Formación

• 3-5 years of experience in direct procurement or commodity management.
• Proficiency in Business English; other languages like Chinese are a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in gathering and analyzing market data for supplier strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and propose preventive measures.

Conocimientos

Supplier Management

Risk Management

Negotiation Skills

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Solution Oriented

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

MS Office

Procurement Systems

Cost Analysis Tools

Descripción del empleo

About Us

HORSE is a global leader in the automotive industry, dedicated to pioneering low-emission and alternative-fuel power solutions. With a presence across seven countries, our mission is to drive the transition to a sustainable future by developing next-generation hybrid, synthetic, and hydrogen-fueled powertrains. We believe in a pragmatic approach to decarbonization, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to sustainable mobility.

At the heart of our success is our people. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. Our global footprint not only drives technological advancement but also generates opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Join us at HORSE, and be part of a team that’s transforming the future of mobility, while building a career that matters.

What You Will Do

1. Support in Panel Management: Assist in gathering and analysing market data to support the development of supplier panel strategies. Help implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
2. Supplier Management: Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives (identify cost-saving opportunities), partners with cross-functional teams to evaluate and select the suppliers based on cost, delivery, quality and innovation capabilities.
3. Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and propose preventive measures. Assist in developing contingency plans to mitigate risks related to raw materials, electronic components, geopolitical issues, and financial matters.

What We Are Looking For

1. Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Business Administration, or Mechanical Engineering.
2. From 3 to 5 years of experience in the field of direct procurement or commodity management, preferable in the automotive industry.
3. Proficiency in written and spoken Business English, any other language is nice to have (Eg. Chinese).
4. Knowledge of procurement systems, MS Office and cost analysis tools.
5. Availability to relocate to Valladolid.
6. Knowledge of regional global market dynamics.
7. Solution oriented person.
8. Excellent communication skills.
9. Strong negotiation and strategic thinking skills.

What We Offer

1. A supportive and collaborative work environment.
2. Opportunities to work on real projects and make a tangible impact.
3. Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
4. A chance to develop a diverse skill set in communication.
5. Hybrid model.
6. Benefits: Competitive salary with fixed and variable component, life insurance and pension plan.

We believe that diversity drives innovation, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.