Job DescriptionSupport developing global purchasing strategies for the respective Categories to ensure best prices, lean and efficient processes, availability as demanded and meet the necessary quality standardsSupport best cost country and localization strategy, whenever possible and reasonableCoordinate with related corporate functions in line with Continental purchasing standardsManage regional supplier portfolioSupport supplier development/qualification activities to ensure timely sourcing, high quality and competitivenessNegotiate frame contracts (e.g. Supply and Purchase Frame Agreements, Business Partner Code of Conduct, etc.)Work with the different BA's and functions to find the best solutions from quality, service and availability of goodsSteer selection of new (PM) suppliers in collaboration with R&DMonitor market pricing and availability movements for key production materials and timely communicate the impactFollow GDDL and apply all internal and external requirementsManage cross-functional task forces/projects (e.g., in case of raw material shortages)Meet cost requirements, implement and conduct cost saving activitiesEnsure competitiveness of prices in relation to the market and related feedstocksIdentify and implement new supply sources and saving potentials, incl. market analysisPrice budgeting and demand forecastingCalculate and report all savings in respective tools (e.g., RAMPIT)Maintain FC pricing/listManage Risk analysis for the respective Categories and take required actionsSupporting global category buyers in maintaining data in regional ERP systems.QualificationsDegree in economics, engineering, operations (university / university of applied science).Min. 3 years professional experience in PUR, finance, sales and/or R&D.Experience in organizational development and design of processes.Experience in negotiations.Project management experience in major projects.Proven track record in implementing processes and IT systems.Experienced in working successfully on a national level, international level of advantage.Company DescriptionContinental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.
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