Strategic Technical Buyer Job Details | Sulzer

Sulzer; Burgos; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading engineering company in Burgos, Spain, is seeking a Strategic Technical Buyer to lead procurement processes and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 3 years in contract management, alongside strong negotiation and mechanical knowledge. This full-time position offers competitive salary and 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.
• Fluent in English is a must.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).

Responsabilidades

• Lead the procurement of materials, products and services.
• Identify and mitigate contract risks.
• Support Sales & Tendering teams in cost reduction efforts.
• Prepare technical and commercial evaluation sheets.
• Ensure timely delivery of purchased supplies.

Conocimientos

Mechanical knowledge

Negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork oriented

Accountability

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

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

What we offer

• 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

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