Hensoldt | Germany | 73xxx Oberkochen | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 27.01.2026 on stepstone.de
Strategic buyer for the Optics product group (m/f/d)
HENSOLDT is a leading company in the European defence industry with global reach. Located in Taufkirchen near Munich, the company develops complete sensor solutions for defence and security applications. As a technology leader, HENSOLDT is driving the development of defence electronics and optronics and continuously expanding its portfolio on the basis of innovative approaches to data management, robotics and cyber security. Our products can be used in the areas of Space, Air, Land, Sea, Security, Cyber & Information Space. In 2023, HENSOLDT achieved sales of 1.85 billion euros. After the acquisition of ESG GmbH, the company employs about 8,500 employees. HENSOLDT is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX. For the "Strategic Procurement" area we are looking at the Oberkochen location at the next possible time Strategic buyers for the product group Optics (w/m/d) The department takes over the strategic purchasing of direct materials for the entire company. In this case, the same demand is combined, negotiated by the respective strategic buyers and prepared the procurement. This is done in cooperation with project purchase, operational purchasing and supply chain quality, as well as engineering and business lines. .
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Strategic purchasing responsibility for procurement of optics and optical assemblies Continuous development of product group strategy in coordination with internal partners, e.g. engineering, operations and program Global analysis of procurement markets and identification of suppliers, capacities and technologies Responsible for supplier development Guided negotiations with suppliers on products and services throughout the product lifecycle Implementation of international tenders Technical and commercial evaluation of offers in coordination with internal partners Selection of suppliers and negotiation and conclusion of contracts Periodic evaluation of suppliers in terms of their performance in qualitative and quantitative terms in coordination with internal partners The willingness to international missions is provided
Completed studies in the field of economics, mechanical engineering, engineering or many years of relevant professional experience Experience in the optics (lenses, prisms, lenses, optical assemblies) – Understanding the different manufacturing and coating processes Experience in strategic purchasing User knowledge of SAP (MM module) Ability to work in cross-functional teams and high technical affinity in mechanical parts Safe occurrence, as well as very good negotiation and communication skills German and English skills
Flexible working hours & work-life balance Remuneration & social benefits Personal and professional development Working atmosphere Health and safety Mobility & Sustainability
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