Strategic Buyer Manufacturing

In this role you will play a key role in shaping and executing the category strategy within an international, highly technical industrial environment. Working closely with Procurement, R&D, Engineering, and Operations, you will help secure a competitive, innovative, and reliable supply base for the business.

What will you do

• Partner with Category Managers and Project Procurement Managers to implement the category strategy and align it with business needs.
• Adapt and manage catalogues and framework agreements at divisional/regional level, ensuring compliance with internal guidelines.
• Lead complex negotiations, manage RFQs, define awarding decisions, and oversee supplier follow-up.
• Select and develop suppliers in line with strategy, identifying new market opportunities and strengthening the supplier base.
• Address and resolve supplier-related issues, including quality, delivery, and service performance.
• Support the scouting of new technologies and materials in collaboration with Technical Offices, R&D, and Production.
• Monitor supplier performance and communicate results, driving continuous improvement.
• Promote digitalization, automation, and enhancement of procurement tools and processes.
• Ensure cost competitiveness, availability, innovation, and quality within the sourcing plan.
• Guarantee full compliance with procurement processes, policies, and statutory requirements.
• Deliver on KPIs agreed with the line manager.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree (technical or economic fields preferred).
• Procurement or Supply Chain certification (a plus).
• 5+ years of experience in procurement processes.
• Strong background in international contract management.
• Deep knowledge of design-to-cost projects related to welded structures, CNC machining, and carpentry.
• Experience working in complex, multinational organizations.
• Proven market analysis and supplier scouting capabilities.
• Fluent English.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and strategic mindset.
• High sense of ownership and accountability.
• Expertise in large and complex negotiations.
• Strong commercial acumen, engagement skills, and results orientation.
• Availability for short business trips.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

What You’ll Find Here

• A strategic role with direct impact on business performance.
• Exposure to international projects and advanced industrial technologies.
• A dynamic environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a complex and stimulating organization.