Regional Commodity Manager Castings & Metals & Electronics (f/m/d)

Vibracoustic is part of the Freudenberg Group. The company ensures a smooth and quiet ride experience in every vehicle. We are driven by our purpose of adding comfort to mobility and providing the perfect solution for the NVH challenges of our automotive customers. As a leading supplier, Vibracoustic is the right place for open-minded, ambitious team-players with a hands-on mentality. Our innovative, safe and dynamic working atmosphere offers many opportunities for your personal growth and development in a global network. Want to join the team?

Hybrid Work

You support our team as

Regional Commodity Manager Castings & Metals & Electronics (f/m/d)

Responsibilities

• You represent the interests of Vibracoustic for the Commodity group Metals / Electromechanics, Electronic Components and PCBa in the region EU
• You are responsible for performing market analysis of indices, technologies, suppliers’ financial risk and providing information to internal stakeholders
• You do research and scout supply market for a given commodity in the best cost countries and lead their onboarding according to the automotive requirements
• Prepare and roll out regional commodity strategy in alignment with the global commodity manager, define and maintain supplier portfolio, and actively drive the strategy throughout the region
• You fulfill material cost savings targets through negotiation, directing new/existing business awards, and supporting VA/VE activities
• You negotiate annual contracts and agreements with portfolio suppliers as well as settling delivery & payment terms/ incoterms
• You are responsible for the reporting of purchasing performance results and setting up ERP System in terms of pricing, surcharges, etc.

Qualifications

• You have profound experience in the field of purchasing/ as a commodity buyer, especially in the automotive area
• Your degree in engineering/ Business Administration, or comparable, is a plus
• You have very good knowledge of purchasing and automotive processes
• Your personality is characterized by strong negotiation skill and you work independently
• You enjoy business travel and networking, preferably to suppliers
• You are fluent in English (written and spoken) and good in German

Some of your Benefits

• Company Pension: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Cafeteria/ Canteen: We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold.
• Flexible Work Models: We allow for flexible work models to ensure both professional and personal success.
• On-site Medical Service: Our on-site medical service can handle a variety of medical needs.
• International Opportunities: Grow in your career through international exchange and global job opportunities.

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