Purchasing Specialist-Embedded Software and R&D Services (TM)

As a specialist in the purchasing of embedded software and Research and Development (R&D) services, you will be independently responsible for the tasks of strategic purchasing in this material group within the purchasing department of Continental Automotive.

* Definition of supplier / market strategies considering the requirements of the individual internal customers (e.g. R&D);
* Supporting the early integration of suppliers for innovation projects in order to develop new technologies and the corresponding know-how;
* Initiation and participation in the evaluation of suppliers as well as ensuring the establishment of development suppliers and their integration into the development process;
* Supplier management in collaboration with other functions (e.g. R&D);
* Conduct requirements analysis / price / contract / project negotiations on a yearly basis;
* Implementation of innovative negotiation concepts during project awards;
* Presentation and implementation of purchasing strategy to actively influence supplier selection;
* Development of trustful and reliable partnerships (internal / external).


* Completed studies in the field of computer science / engineering or in a comparable field of study, coupled with relevant professional experience;
* Several years of professional experience in purchasing / development / quality (SQM); ideally in R&D SW development;
* In-depth, relevant knowledge with international sourcing of embedded software in the automotive industry is beneficial;
* Independent working style, high diligence and sense of responsibility;
* Ability to work in a team, confident appearance as well as good manners in combination with assertiveness;
* Very good negotiation and communication skills;
* Ability to capture complex relationships and information and present them visually;
* Fluent in English (both written and spoken), German is a plus;
* Desire to work in an international team - mobility is therefore a prerequisite.

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).

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of i33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.