Tubes Category Buyer (f/h)

Caterpillar Inc.

Grenoble, France
Base: from 47k€ annually on 13 months; bonus: vari...
Onsite, full-time (5 days a week)
Industrial technical purchasing experience
European supplier base strategy
Cost reduction project execution
Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Tubes Category Buyer to join their procurement team in Grenoble, France. The role requires a strong background in industrial purchasing, with a focus on supplier strategy and operational excellence

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading strategic initiatives to support European suppliers and drive cost reductions for Caterpillar's Earthmoving products.
  • Candidates will be responsible for maintaining high-quality relationships with suppliers while actively monitoring their performance in quality, speed, and capacity.
  • The position offers a competitive annual salary starting from 47K€ plus variable pay, flexible hours, and extensive benefits including 9 RTT days.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Tubes Category Buyer to join their procurement team in Grenoble, France. The role requires a strong background in industrial purchasing, with a focus on supplier strategy and operational excellence.

Salary

Base: From 47K€ annually on 13 months; Bonus: Variable component included; Benefits: Flexible hours, 9 RTT days, 4 extra paid leave days, PEE/PERECO, cafeteria, parking

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Industrial technical purchasing experience
  • European supplier base strategy
  • Cost reduction project execution
  • Fluent English communication skills
  • Operational performance monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and coordination capabilities
  • Strong negotiation and influence skills
  • Problem-solving and prioritization
  • Team-oriented and humble attitude
  • Experience in digital innovation

Key Requirements

  • Bac+5 degree from business or engineering school
  • First successful experience in industrial technical purchasing
  • Fluent English (reading, writing, speaking)

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