Commodity Buyer Raw Material EMEA

Tenneco; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a strategic professional to join their procurement team. In this pivotal role, you will shape supplier strategies and negotiate impactful contracts, driving innovation in procurement processes across EMEA. Your expertise in sourcing and market analysis will be crucial in enhancing supply chain reliability and optimizing performance. This dynamic environment offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with diverse teams. If you're ready to make a global impact and advance your career in procurement, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Servicios

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering required; Master’s is a plus.
• Experience in purchasing or materials management in manufacturing.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement commodity strategies for procurement.
• Build strategic supplier partnerships and negotiate contracts.
• Drive cost recovery initiatives and manage supplier performance.

Conocimientos

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint

Exceptional negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Management

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics

Master’s degree

Descripción del empleo

Are you a driven and strategic professional with a passion for procurement and supply chain excellence? Join our DRiV team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of raw material procurement for our EMEA braking facilities. This role reports directly to the Global Commodity Manager and works closely with the Regional Purchasing Manager, offering a dynamic environment where you can make a global impact.

Location : Barcelona, Spain

Why Join Us

1. Strategic Influence : Shape supplier strategies and negotiate impactful contracts.
2. Global Perspective : Engage with worldwide business trends and technological advancements.
3. Growth Opportunities : Work with diverse teams and drive innovation in procurement processes.
4. Dynamic Work Environment : Contribute to cross-functional and cross-regional initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing : Develop and implement commodity strategies to achieve corporate objectives, including supplier rationalization, cost management, and localization initiatives.
2. Market Analysis : Monitor and communicate global business trends, supply market dynamics, and technological drivers to stakeholders.
3. Supplier Engagement : Build strategic supplier partnerships, negotiate contracts, and resolve escalations to enhance supply chain reliability.
4. Performance Optimization : Drive cost recovery initiatives, manage supplier scorecards, and oversee advanced technology procurement projects.
5. Risk Mitigation : Identify and address supply risks, ensuring business continuity and financial stability within the supply chain.
6. Advanced Negotiation : Lead complex negotiations, ensuring optimal outcomes for pricing, payment terms, and contractual obligations.

Qualifications

1. Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Materials Management, or Logistics. A Master’s degree is a strong asset.
2. Experience : in purchasing or materials management, preferably in high-volume manufacturing industries.
3. Skills : Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Exceptional negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills. Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
4. Travel : Willingness to travel 30-60% of the time to suppliers and company facilities across EMEA.

Metrics for Success

1. Implementation of commodity strategies.
2. Cost savings and cash flow improvements.
3. Market analysis and supplier performance.
4. Driving structural change and innovation in procurement practices.

What We Offer

1. Competitive compensation and benefits.
2. Opportunity to work in a globally recognized organization.
3. A collaborative and inclusive work culture.
4. Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and be part of a team that’s driving innovation and excellence in procurement across the globe!