Location: Austria, Brunn/Gebirge

Your Responsibilities:

• Monitoring developments on the international procurement market, conducting market analyses and identifying suitable suppliers as part of your category strategies.
• Independently establishing and maintaining long-term partnerships with suppliers, whilst managing a competitive supplier base
• Negotiating contracts and conditions with suppliers
• Developing criteria for monitoring supplier performance and carrying out regular performance checks
• Acting as a competent interface to internal partners such as the R&D and Production departments

Your Qualifications:

• Technical and/or business education (HTL/Uni/FH)
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in a comparable position (preferably in a production company)
• Outstanding experience and skills in stakeholder management under demanding circumstances
• In-depth knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain management
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex procurement challenges
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English

We offer:

• We are a leading high-tech company with headquarters in Austria and international subsidiaries (Taiwan, Korea, USA)
• Excellent professional and personal development opportunities in an international company
• Very cooperative and motivated team with short communication channels
• Top-equipped workplace (modern office, laptop, height-adjustable desk, very good company restaurant)
• Flexible working times and possibility of home office
• An attractive salary package that starts at an annual gross salary of 60.000,- € for this position and can be higher depending on experience (KV Metal industry). In addition, all employees benefit from the company's success with an IMS bonus program.