Strategic Buyer (m/w/d) with a focus on castings, forgings and gear parts

Kessler + Co is a leading manufacturer of drive components and control software for heavy mobile vehicles. We develop, manufacture and distribute planet axes, gears, wheel drives and electric drive systems for a variety of different applications, including construction, mobile cranes, handling equipment and underground vehicles. Through highly flexible manufacturing and construction, we find optimal solutions for our international customers.

To strengthen our purchasing team, we are looking for you as an experienced and committed strategic buyer (m/w/d) with a focus on casting, forging and toothing parts. At Kessler + Co, flat hierarchies, short decision-making paths and an appreciative co-existence await you in addition to a performance-oriented remuneration and attractive special payments. You will also get free space for co-design and self-responsibility in your position. A modern working environment and long-term perspectives complete the job.

You develop shopping strategies for your product groups and implement them They are responsible for the selection, qualification and further development of international suppliers They conduct price and contract negotiations They identify new procurement markets and sources You optimize procurement costs - in the field of quality, delivery performance and cost-effectiveness They work closely with the fields of development, production and quality management They ensure a timely and quality-compliant material supply

You have a degree in economic engineering, mechanical engineering or comparable qualifications They have several years of professional experience in strategic purchasing - ideally in a metalworking company Funded material and market knowledge in the field of casting, forging or toothed parts are assumed You have very good German (C2) and English (C1) You are safe in handling ERP systems and MS Office They convince by entrepreneurial, analytical thinking and a structured and independent way of working They have a strong communication and negotiation strength They show international readiness They are present at the site - we live the personal exchange on site.

Compensation Performance-friendly remuneration and attractive special payments Additional services JobRad, occupational retirement, safe workplace, regular incentives Leisure 30 days holiday, employee events Further winding a comprehensive integration, future-oriented environment, individual training and development opportunities Health sports groups, operating restaurant with fresh food at discounted prices, operating social consultation JOBV1_EN