Category Purchaser for Mechanical Components (TM)

Job Description:

The Category Purchaser is actively supporting the category management in the definition of the supply strategy and negotiation with suppliers to achieve best market conditions for Continental.

Responsibilities:

* Conducts market analysis;
* Update yearly strategy with cross functional partners;
* Ensures Continentals requirements are reflected in the strategy of the category;
* Ensures in time implementation of correct data in the respective systems;
* Responsible for data maintenance and target achievement in the respective systems;
* Ensures fulfillment of requirements with legally binding contracts;
* Actively influence the sourcing process during development phase;
* Drive yearly price negotiations to constantly improve the cost situation of Continental Automotive;
* Track improvement programs with suppliers;
* Supports re-design to cost on project level and cost reduction programs.

Job Requirements:
Qualifications:

* University degree in Economics, Business Administration or Mechanical Engineering;
* Several years of professional experience in purchasing preferably within the automotive industry;
* Advanced knowledge of MS Office package (programs and SAP R/3);
* Fluent Business English;
* German knowledge is an advantage;
* Stress resistance, conflict resolution abilities, assertiveness;
* Intercultural sensitivity beside good networking and communication skills.

What we offer:

Pay for Performance:

* Achievement Bonuses and Rewards;
* Relocation Bonus for non-Timisoara Residents;
* Recommendation Bonuses for new team members;
* Flexibility Program including flexible hours, mobile work and sabbaticals.

Wellbeing:

* Health & Wellness (Private Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Sport activities etc.);
* Different discounts (glasses, tires, medical, shopping);
* In-house restaurant & coffee corners.

Life-Long Learning:

* Technical, Soft Skills & Leadership trainings;
* Dedicated Programs and Conferences;
* Free Language Courses (English, German, French etc);
* Access to e-learning platforms;
* Career development opportunities (local and international);
* Internal development communities (Experts, Agile Community of Practice, Artificial Intelligence etc).