EMEA Non Production Materials Buyer (determined) - Tires

Job Description

• Negotiates terms to guarantee the best conditions for acquisition of goods and services, by respecting the procurement process, procedures and legal requirements.
• Detects new suppliers and optimizes the number of existing suppliers.
• Sustainable reduction of purchasing prices in consideration of functional and quality aspects.
• Order tracking: Ensures PO/contract tracking, by maintaining permanent contact with the suppliers and the requesters, and by taking corrective measures to guarantee supplies in the due date.
• Supplier selection, supplier evaluation and reduction to optimize the existing supplier panel.
• Clearance of invoice deviations (price difference). Claims of insufficient goods / services.
• Offer evaluation, creation of offer comparison.
• Prepares standard reports to make results transparent and control purchasing activities on a results-oriented basis.

• University degree (e.g. Economics, Technical).
• Minimum 1+ years of relevant experience in purchasing.
• Good understanding of commercial requirements.
• Previous experience with SAP - CEOS, CLM, Scout, eSign, Fresh Tool are a plus.
• MS Office.
• Good negotiation skills.
• English language - min. B2.

• 13th salary;
• Performance bonus;
• Christmas & Easter bonus;
• Seniority bonus;
• Flexible working time;
• Home office;
• Competitive salaries & benefits;
• Health & wellness (Life Assurance, Private Health and Dental Insurance, Sport activities, Canteen, 24/7 Helpline with Psychologists etc.);
• Different discounts (tires, glasses, medical, shopping, etc.);
• Relocation bonus for non-Timisoara Residents;
• Professional development opportunities (in Technical and Leadership Areas);
• International Work Environment & Traveling Opportunities.

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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 2022, Continental generated sales of i39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.