Global Procurement Strategic Sourcing
Global Procurement - Strategic Sourcing
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Diese Position untersteht: Head of Global Sourcing
Your Role: Own the Challenge
In this role, you will actively shape the global procurement strategy for selected commodities with a focus on cost optimization. You will work closely with R&D, suppliers, and international category teams to achieve sustainable savings throughout the entire supply chain.Your market knowledge and analytical thinking make you the key contact for cost-optimized procurement solutions.
- Development and implementation of procurement strategies for electronical-/mechanical components and assemblies, with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership and best-cost country sourcing
- Conducting market analyses, managing international tenders, and leading price and contract negotiations
- Collaborating with R&D and suppliers to optimize technical specifications and implement second-source strategies
- Initiating and leading cost workshops as well as implementing identified measures for process and cost optimization
- Completed degree in business or engineering, or a comparable qualification
- Several years of experience in international strategic procurement, ideally in an industrial environment
- In-depth knowledge of global procurement markets and cost levers in the production of electronic/mechanical components within an industrial setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English
- Proficiency in MS Office and experience with SAP MM
- Strong analytical thinking, negotiation skills, and diplomatic demeanor
- High level of personal responsibility and a hands-on mentality
- Work-Life Balance - Flexible working models, including flextime and hybrid options, to support your personal and professional life.
- Health & Well-being - Access to various health measures, a Global Employee Assistance Program, and a gender-neutral parental leave policy.
- Financial Perks - Participation in the Global Employee Shareholder Acquisition Program (ESAP) and meal allowances.
- Career Growth - Extensive training opportunities and structured development programs to help you advance.
- Inclusive Culture - A dynamic, international work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.
In accordance with the collective agreement for the electrical and electronics industry in Austria, the minimum salary for this position is EUR 4,341.85 gross per month as of May 2025. There is a clear willingness to offer compensation above the collectively agreed minimum salary, depending on qualifications and experience.
More about us:
ABB's Machine Automation Division (B&R) is an innovative automation company headquartered in Austria with additional offices around the world. B&R became part of ABB's Robotics & Discrete Automation division in 2017 and, together with the ABB Robotics division, employs more than 11,000 people at over 100 locations in more than 53 countries.As a leading global provider of automation solutions, B&R develops, produces and sells industrial electronics, software solutions and mechatronic solutions as well as technologies for machine and factory automation. Since 2020, B&R's automation portfolio has also included Codian brand delta robots.
With its innovative solutions, B&R sets new standards and consistently exceeds its customers' expectations.
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