Strategic Technical Buyer

Sulzer; Burgos; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading engineering firm in Burgos, Spain is seeking a Strategic Technical Buyer to enhance their Operations Team. The role requires at least 3 years of contract management experience and a Bachelor's degree in engineering. Candidates must be fluent in English, possess mechanical knowledge, and be skilled in negotiation. This position offers a competitive salary and a permanent contract, with benefits including restaurant tickets and accident insurance.

Servicios

Competitive salary

Restaurant tickets

Permanent contract

Accident insurance

Formación

• At least 3 years’ experience in Contract management.
• Experience working collaboratively with various departments.

Responsabilidades

• Lead procurement of materials and services.
• Identify and mitigate contract risks with suppliers.
• Support cost reduction efforts for Sales & Tendering teams.
• Prepare technical and commercial evaluation sheets.
• Ensure timely delivery of supplies.

Conocimientos

Mechanical knowledge (rotating machinery, materials, manufacturing processes)

Good at persuading and negotiating

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork oriented

Adaptability in a changing environment

Fluent in English

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field

Descripción del empleo

Overview

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Strategic Technical Buyer - Full Time - Burgos, Spain

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Join our Procurement team in Burgos (Spain) as a Strategic Technical Buyer to help us take the Operations Team to the next level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of materials, products and services within budget and timescales, adhering to Sulzer Policies and procedures.
• Identify and mitigate contract risks conducting deep negotiations with key suppliers.
• Support Sales & Tendering teams in cost reduction efforts ensuring proper terms and conditions are flown down to suppliers.
• Prepare technical and commercial evaluation sheets ensuring compliance to all requirements and like to like throughout panel of vendors.
• Ensure timely delivery of purchased supplies meeting project and production requirements with the required quality
• Expedite activities of suppliers and internal departments to support engineering and production progress.
• Communicate and escalate risks to delivery dates and production schedules.
• Maintain updated data on the ERP system for assigned responsibilities.
• Identify, document and communicate lessons learned to all relevant stakeholders according to Sulzer Spain procedures
• Establish working relationships with vendors to strengthen business and support company strategies.
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers
• Explore alternate sources for goods and materials
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and business performance, adding value to the company.
• Balance tactical execution with strategic initiatives to drive cost reduction projects.

Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge (rotating machinery, materials, manufacturing processes)
• Good at persuading and negotiating.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Teamwork oriented with excellent teambuilding skills
• Proven ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with various departments, both inside and outside the local organization.
• Adaptability: Capable to work in a continuous changing environment
• Holds accountability for individual performance and outcomes
• At least 3 years’ experience in Contract management
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Fluent in English is a must
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
• Availability to travel within Spain and abroad

Benefits

• A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
• Restaurant tickets
• Permanent contract.
• Accident insurance.

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

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