Schréder is seeking a Purchasing Project Leader in Liège, Belgium, to oversee cost management for new product developments and existing products within the smart lighting industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive engineering experience and strong negotiation skills while thriving in a supportive and entrepreneurial company culture
Job Summary
Ensure new product developments and multi-factory industrialization projects meet target cost objectives.
Propose, lead, and implement cost-down initiatives throughout the product lifecycle.
Drive supplier relationships to challenge designs, secure robust technical solutions, optimize associated costs, and support make-or-buy decisions.
Matching Summary
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Schréder is seeking a Purchasing Project Leader in Liège, Belgium, to oversee cost management for new product developments and existing products within the smart lighting industry. The ideal candidate will have extensive engineering experience and strong negotiation skills while thriving in a supportive and entrepreneurial company culture.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Bill of Material Cost management
cost reduction for existing products
on target cost for new development
maximize standardization and value
supplier relationships
commercial and technical negotiations
Nice-to-have
entrepreneurship and growth mindset
solution and customer oriented
agile in complex environments
Key Requirements
Engineering (mechanical, electrical, electronics)
10 years of relevant experience
Knowledge in product development (R&D collaboration)