Strategic Buyer

Leichtbau AG is a globally active company specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative products in lightweight construction technology, focused on use in civil aviation, air rescue, and railway technology. Our offering is divided into the different application areas of galleys, Medical & Interior Components, and railway. To strengthen our team in the galleys area (CCE Catering & Cabin Equipment), we are looking for a reliable and committed personality as Strategic Buyer (m/f/d) starting immediately or by arrangement. We offer: Exciting challenges in the regulated field of aviation / air rescue Varied and responsible work Modern remuneration and advanced social benefits A cheerful, youthful, and highly motivated team Internal and external training Largely independent work through trust and freedom Active participation through continuous improvement processes Flexible working hours / possibility for home office All this in a family-run company which has been successful in the market with high-quality products for over 70 years. The versatile area of tasks and competence includes: Responsible for the supply of the company with services and goods Ensuring that internal and external orders are provided on time Requesting investments and personnel changes Technical support of the procurement department of our subsidiary in Germany and the procurement department MIC Evaluation of new procurement markets, technologies, and suppliers Building and ensuring partnership-based supplier relationships (price, quality, deadline, flexibility, problem-solving) Ongoing review of market prices and taking necessary measures in case of deviations. Supplier assessment and development in cooperation with QM Direct support of key suppliers Developing foundations for Make or Buy decisions Requesting and concluding framework agreements in consultation with the Head of Production and Maintenance Support and advice for Engineering on new projects regarding supplier selection and manufacturing technology Ensuring that the INFOR data (especially purchase prices and costs for purchased parts) are continuously maintained Budgeting of material expenses The ideal prerequisites are: Technical basic training, preferably in mechanics or electrical assembly Further training as a technical buyer or operations specialist Several years of professional experience in strategic procurement or disposition in a highly regulated environment Proficient handling of ERP systems Good English skills in spoken and written Understanding and enjoyment of the Lean philosophy Networked thinking, negotiation skills, and a confident appearance For further information and inquiries, Team Leader Purchasing CCE is available to you at the telephone number. To recruitment agencies Please do not send unsolicited dossiers to E-mail write (<>), our employees or other organizational units and do not upload them to our job portal. Leichtbau AG does not pay a fee or is not responsible for fees in connection with unsolicited dossiers. If you have candidates who fit our job advertisement exactly, please contact us. Our partners must accept the General Terms and Conditions (AGB) as well as comply with our processes. For temporary placements as well as Try & Hire, Leichtbau AG works exclusively with selected partners. Please send your complete application documents to: jpid6039ba9jm jit0731jm jiy26jm