Strategic Commodity Buyer Mechanical (Global Position)

Education and experience:
5+ years in a similar position – Mechanics Strategic Sourcing

Technical Knowledge:
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
Experience in the NPI process and familiarity with working with individual and international teams
A solid network of mechanical suppliers, which allows a rapid introduction of new suppliers suitable for Cicor

Supplier Management: Sound strategic and operational sourcing experience as well as supplier development in a global supplier base;
Demonstrated work experience on category managementQuality Control: Familiarity with quality control procedures and standards


Desired profile:
Collaborative member who puts the success of the team first
Strong team player with high energy level and perseverance to exceed goals
Driven to achieve sourcing objectives
Solution-oriented
Ability to take a structured approach and prioritize in a complex environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with various teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical challenges.
Meticulous attention to detail is crucial for ensuring accuracy in part specifications and quality control
Higher education in Mechanics


Specific skills:
Negotiation skills
Mechanical industry knowledgeLanguage skills:
English – business fluent (C1, C2)
Optional: German, French

Strategic Commodity Buyer Mechanical – Global Position

We are seeking an experienced and high negotiation skilled Strategic - Sourcing to join our team.
As a Mechanics Strategic-Sourcing, you will play a crucial role in identifying new suppliers, negotiating price and contracts with them.

Job responsibilities :
Identify and research reliable suppliers for various mechanical parts
Evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, risk and other key performance indicators (KPIs)
Negotiate pricing and contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms
Participate in supplier process audits together with Quality Department to ensure adherence to quality standards
Assist in the development and testing of prototypes, providing feedback on mechanical design and performance
Contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM) efforts to optimize part design for efficient and cost-effective production

Other Responsibilities:
Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of parts, suppliers and quality control activities

Technical Support:
Provide technical support to other teams on mechanical parts and related issues

Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvement, and process optimization related to mechanical parts


Output:
Contributes to creating a solid base of mechanical suppliers, capable to serve the Cicor core markets – Industrial, Medical and Aerospace & Defense
Supplier quality and delivery performance
PPV savings & competitiveness