Job Description
We are looking for a Strategic Buyer to join our team at Siemens Smart Infrastructures.
Main Responsibilities:
* Implement Commodity strategies to ensure long-term, cost-efficient supply of materials;
* Implement and ensure usage of globally defined methods, processes and systems to ensure high process efficiency and process compliance;
* Monitor the markets worldwide to create a basis for deciding the optimum sourcing strategy and cooperate with the best suppliers;
* Define and implement Procurement strategies based on conducted demand, market and supplier analysis to ensure long-term, cost-efficient and reliable on-time supply of materials in the required quality;
* Prepare and conduct negotiations for medium to high Purchasing Volumes to obtain highest feasible savings;
* Generate, document and implement savings;
* Plan, monitor and report on relevant KPI to contribute to the success of the business and make results transparent;
* Support Supplier Management processes and ensure a close cooperation with Internal Customers.
Requirements:
* Degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Management, Economy or similar areas;
* +3 years professional experience in a similar position;
* Previous experience working in factories;
* Fluent English (written and spoken);
* Good knowledge of MS Office (mainly Excel) and SAP is a plus;
* Strong communication and negotiation skills;
* Customer orientation.
About Us
Siemens Smart Infrastructures relies on the combination of smart grids and smart buildings by combining physical solutions and digitalization in all areas of electrification and automation. We have a global headquarters in Switzerland with about 7,400 colleagues who are responsible for the solutions and services business.
We offer a hybrid and flexible working model to promote a better work-life balance, along with a budget for home office support and the opportunity to do 16 hours a year of volunteer work. A health insurance, access to our on-site medical center, plus the chance to join sports groups.
In addition, you'll have access to online learning platforms and discounts with our partners. A shuttle bus to commute to the facilities and the possibility of financial support to your studies.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool.