Objective of the position
Assure and optimize procurement of direct and indirect material for the DRX Group for a commodity, especially cost reduction, taking into account quality aspects; primary contact person to supplier ('owner' of supplier).
Principal activities
Act as internal and external contact person within his/her own area of expertise; cooperate in internal working groups
Create internal publications (e.g. documentation, etc.) and present as required (internally)
Recognize general need for continuing education in his/her own field within the company; plan and conduct internal and external training on complex topics, both domestically and in other countries
Support in determining and optimizing internal standards and processes within his/her own area of expertise
Observe/identify trends in his/her area of expertise in order to develop concepts; suggest recommendations for action (e.g. Observe and analyze the applicable procurement markets, etc.)
Control and manage long-term strategic supplier relationships as owner of the supplier, escalates issues as needed to Mgmt.
Cooperate with General Lead Buyers and within the international purchasing network
Support the MM technical project leader during the project phase
Request, compare and evaluate extensive bids, taking into account price, quality, delivery performance and technology; conduct cost reduction actions according to activity plans and targets set
Promote new technologies and substitutes, including initiation of approval processes
Implement setup of complex procurement relationships with suppliers, including contract negotiations and management
Implement supplier management for complex supplier relationships
Cooperates with internal cross-functional customers as required
Manage the supplier determination process
Assure the search, evaluation, selection, approval and setup of new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant units
Conduct supplier classification Directing and supporting associates to co