Harnesses Category Buyer (f/h)

Caterpillar Inc.

Grenoble, France
Base: starting from 47k€ annually; bonus: variable...
Onsite (5 days a week)
Industrial technical purchasing experience
European supplier base management
Cost reduction project execution
Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Harnesses Category Buyer in Grenoble, France, to support procurement strategies and cost reduction initiatives for Earthmoving products. The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English

Job Summary

  • The role involves supporting the European supplier strategy for electrical harnesses and cables while driving operational excellence and cost reduction projects.
  • Candidates will collaborate with new product teams to ensure sourcing decisions align with group strategies and customer factory needs.
  • The position offers a flexible schedule, 9 RTT days, additional paid leave, and opportunities for internal career evolution within Caterpillar.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Harnesses Category Buyer in Grenoble, France, to support procurement strategies and cost reduction initiatives for Earthmoving products. The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English.

Salary

Base: Starting from 47K€ annually; Bonus: Variable component included; Benefits: Flexible hours, 9 RTT days, extra paid leave, PEE/PERECO, cafeteria, parking

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Industrial technical purchasing experience
  • European supplier base management
  • Cost reduction project execution
  • Fluent English communication skills
  • Operational excellence initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and coordination capabilities
  • Strong negotiation and influence skills
  • Problem-solving and prioritization
  • Teamwork and humility values

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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