As a member of a global company, you will be responsible for purchasing Customer Options (CO) components for our locations in Stříbro, Český Krumlov and Šenov u Nového Jičína in the Czech Republic.
The Customer Options portfolio includes components used throughout material handling trucks, with a particular focus on driver cabins and their components, such as windscreens and seats, as well as lifting equipment, including masts, mast components and accessories.
We offer:
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A responsible and independent purchasing role within an international company.
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The opportunity to work as part of a European purchasing team with colleagues based at several European locations.
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Close cooperation with your manager based in Germany.
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Collaboration with an interdisciplinary local Customer Options team comprising Sales, Logistics, Production, Quality and R&D.
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Responsibility for a diverse portfolio of components, assemblies and technical solutions.
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The opportunity to contribute to supplier development, category strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
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An international working environment with regular communication across departments, locations and countries.
Tasks and Qualifications:
Tasks
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Independently manage the operational purchasing of Customer Options components, assemblies and solutions.
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Conduct supplier market analyses and manage requests for quotation in accordance with technical specifications.
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Prepare supplier selection and awarding decisions.
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Place purchase orders and issue delivery schedules.
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Set delivery dates based on sales requirements and follow up on outstanding deliveries.
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Ensure that order confirmations are received and that components are delivered on time.
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Take corrective action in the event of delivery delays or other deviations.
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Lead negotiations with suppliers regarding delivery conditions, quality and pricing.
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Support initiatives focused on regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
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Manage and develop the supplier base in cooperation with the Head of Customer Options and the Head of Site Procurement.
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Support the implementation of category strategies to achieve targets relating to delivery, quality, cost and innovation.
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Act as the interface between suppliers and the Engineering and Quality departments in the event of technical questions or discussions.
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Monitor and influence purchasing performance in accordance with procurement KPIs, local requirements and internal rules.
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Manage supply-related crisis situations.
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Respond to unforeseen supply failures and cooperate with suppliers and internal departments, including Logistics, Quality, R&D and Industrial Engineering, to develop solutions and prevent production line stoppages.
Qualifications
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A bachelor’s degree or comparable qualification in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field.
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Professional experience in purchasing, ideally as a Commodity Buyer within the material handling, construction, agricultural machinery, automotive Tier 1 or another similarly demanding industrial environment.
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The ability to think strategically while making effective operational decisions.
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A very good understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial quality standards.
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The ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications.
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Strong negotiation skills.
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A results-oriented approach and the ability to manage projects independently and successfully.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Good communication and presentation skills.
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A team-oriented mindset and the ability to cooperate effectively within local and international purchasing teams.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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Knowledge of SAP R/3 or SAP S/4HANA is an advantage.
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Willingness to travel within Europe.
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Good command of English is essential.
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Knowledge of an additional language, particularly German, is an advantage.