Commodity Buyer - Electromechanical Components

Lear Corporation; Valls; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Commodity Manager to manage electromechanical commodity sourcing. The role involves developing supplier relationships, driving cost savings, and ensuring alignment with company strategy. Successful candidates will have a background in engineering or business administration, with strong negotiation and organizational skills.

Formación

• Automotive or electromechanical experience preferred.
• Fluent in English.
• Self-driven and reliable.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and develop the electromechanical commodity supply base in Europe.
• Drive cost savings through negotiations and technical initiatives.
• Monitor market trends and support sourcing alternatives.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Organizational skills

Time management

Educación

Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Herramientas

SAP

SRM

Coupa

Descripción del empleo

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Mission of the Role:

To manage and develop the electromechanical commodity supply base in Europe by ensuring cost efficiency, supplier performance, and alignment with company strategy. This includes supporting the full product lifecycle from sourcing to end-of-life, while driving savings and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main contact for suppliers and internal teams for electromechanical commodities in Europe.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for electromechanical components.
• Identify, develop, and manage suppliers in line with commodity strategy.
• Drive cost savings through negotiations and technical cost optimization initiatives (SCTO).
• Manage sourcing activities: RFQs, benchmarking, negotiations, bid analysis, and supplier selection.
• Support program teams and plants throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Engineering on supplier workshops to reduce costs.
• Ensure systems (SRM, SAP, Coupa) are up to date with pricing, contracts, and approvals.
• Monitor market trends and support alternative sourcing when needed.
• Help resolve supplier logistics and quality issues.
  
  

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering or Business Administration (automotive or electromechanical experience preferred).
• Strong negotiation skills and fluent English.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Self-driven, reliable, and a team player.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.