Category Buyer (drivetrain - Maternity Cover)

KION

Kraków, Poland
On-site
Strategic procurement drivetrain commodity
Optimize global supply base
Material cost optimization
KION is seeking a Category Buyer for their procurement team in Kraków, Poland, to focus on strategic procurement within the drivetrain commodity. The role emphasizes supplier relationship management, cost optimization, and collaboration with internal partners, with a requirement for at least three years of relevant experience

Job Summary

  • As a valuable member of the Global Strategic Direct Procurement department, you will be in charge of the strategic procurement within the commodity Drivetrain.
  • In close coordination with the Category Manager and internal Business Partners, you will shape the Category Strategy, optimize the global supply base.
  • We offer hybrid work & flexible working hours, private medical care, MyBenefit Cafeteria Platform, group life insurance, and professional trainings.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

KION is seeking a Category Buyer for their procurement team in Kraków, Poland, to focus on strategic procurement within the drivetrain commodity. The role emphasizes supplier relationship management, cost optimization, and collaboration with internal partners, with a requirement for at least three years of relevant experience.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic procurement Drivetrain commodity
  • Optimize global supply base
  • Material cost optimization
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Develop Category Strategies
  • Supplier portfolio management
  • Negotiate global contracts

Nice-to-have

  • SAP/R3 ERP experience
  • Knowledge of German

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years as Commodity Buyer
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Understanding of product cost breakdowns
  • Ability to read technical drawings
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Very good English

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