Autoneum is globally leading in acoustic and thermal management for light and commercial vehicles. The Company develops and produces multifunctional, lightweight and sustainable components and systems for interior floor, interior trim as well as engine bay and underbody. Customers include almost all automobile manufacturers in Europe, North & South America, Asia and Africa. The Company with its head-quarters in Winterthur, Switzerland, is listed on the SIX Swiss Ex-change (ticker symbol AUTN).
Summary
The goal of the Senior Strategic Buyer is to manage commodities as assigned and will be the local contact person for indirect projects. Their primary function is to manage costs and support plant needs by following Autoneum purchasing process. The Senior Strategic Buyer implements purchasing strategies with a focus on achieving lowest prices for all materials, equipment, and services through effective negotiations. Priority focus will be on Freight and Logistics. Must be highly motivated and energetic.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead procurement initiatives related to logistics and supply chain management
- Develop strategic buying plans and execute them effectively
- Maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the best prices and quality
- Manage and mentor a team of junior buyers
- Monitor market trends and adapt buying strategies accordingly
- Ensure compliance with industry and company standards in all procurement activities
- Collaborate with other departments to streamline purchasing processes
- Conduct cost analysis to identify areas of improvement
- Manage the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience
- Assist VP with the restructuring of the purchasing department
- Responsible for achieving all targets (cost, timing, quality, launch)
- Responsible for management of dedicated projects
- Works within the SAP system, generating and monitoring Purchasing contracts
- Negotiate Terms and Conditions and optimal supply contracts to obtain best possible commercial outcome
- Support Purchasing Management with reporting / forecasts
- Lead and support Purchasing Directors/Managers on the implementation of cost improvement projects
- Support Plant Logistics and Manufacturing departments on delivery issues
- Other duties as assigned
Education / Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience 5+ years experience in purchasing or supply chain
- Ability to travel up to 25%
Language Ability
- Fluent in English, Foreign language preferred
- Good communication skills
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex documents responding effectively to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies and/or vendor
Math Ability
- Strong math skills are required
- Ability to calculate discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and communicate results to management
- Must be detail oriented.
Computer Skills
- Must be proficient with MS Office applications
- Must have a working knowledge of spreadsheet applications, e-mail, internet and database software
- SAP exposure preferred
Travel required, by car or air, to visit suppliers and manufacturing locations. Some international travel could be required.
Position frequently requires more than 40 hours per week.
The primary purpose of this job description is to summarize the key/essential duties. Other duties may be assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Are you excited to work in a global and multi-cultural work environment and are you looking for an inspiring and engaging workplace? Then we are looking forward to receiving your application.