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Tactical Buyer in Indirect Purchasing

LOCATION: Liberec / Czech Republic | BRAND: Knorr-Bremse | REQUISITION ID: 11360  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

 

 

 

We see it as our daily mission to make a significant contribution to greater safety and efficiency on roads and railways. That goes for passenger and goods transport - all over the world.

Making mobility safe on roads and railways - that is the mission driving us each and every day at Knorr-Bremse. It has been that way for over 110 years. Today the Knorr-Bremse Group, based in Munich, is the world's leading manufacturer of braking systems and a leading supplier of safety-critical sub-systems for rail and commercial vehicles. As an innovator in our fields, we advance developments in mobility and transport technologies.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

YOUR TASKS

  • Manage sourcing requests, tenders, negotiations and operational purchasing activities
  • Contribute to the achievement of the annual savings targets within the assigned categories
  • Support the implementation of category strategies and strategic supplier development initiatives
  • Drive improvements in supplier performance and service quality
  • Ensure compliance with internal purchasing processes, policies and governance requirements
  • Track and report achieved savings and relevant procurement KPIs
  • Process purchase requisitions in SAP Ariba for Knorr-Bremse plants and internal stakeholders
  • Collaborate closely with key stakeholders, internal customers, the Legal department and other relevant functions

YOUR PROFILE

  • Completed commercial or technical education, or a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement or a comparable field
  • Several years of professional experience in indirect purchasing, procurement or a comparable role
  • Good understanding of procurement processes, contract models and cost structures
  • Strong negotiation, communication and analytical skills
  • Fluent English skills; German language is an advantage
  • Strong MS Office skills
  • Experience with SAP Ariba or a comparable procurement system is an advantage
  • Proactive, open-minded and reliable team player with a structured way of working
  • Willingness to embrace change, continuously develop and take on new challenges
  • Ability to work effectively in an international environment, including occasional business travel within Europe

 

WHAT WE OFFER
Through a blend of engineering excellence, sustainable development and social responsibility, our employees help to drive progress at more than 100 sites in 30 countries. We offer you an exciting role with plenty of variety in an international environment, as part of an attractive package that extends from flexible working hour models, via professional and personal development opportunities, all the way to sports and healthcare programs.

 

ARE YOU INTERESTED?
Then join us! We look forward to receiving your online application!

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