Commodity Buyer

Horse Powertrain; Valladolid; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading automotive company is seeking a Procurement Specialist to enhance supplier strategies and manage risks in the supply chain. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant industry experience. The role offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Servicios

Competitive salary package

Life insurance

Pension plan

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Formación

• 3 to 5 years of experience in direct procurement or commodity management in the automotive industry.
• Proficiency in Business English; knowledge of additional languages is a plus.
• Solution-oriented with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsabilidades

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

Conocimientos

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

Procurement systems

MS Office

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

• 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.
• 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.
• 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

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

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities to work on real projects and make a tangible impact.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
• A chance to develop a diverse skill set in communication.
• Hybrid model.
• 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.