Johnson Matthey Battery Systems - We are Europe’s leading high volume manufacturer of advanced battery systems with a market presence of over 20 years.
Located in Gliwice, we specialize in rechargeable lithium-ion battery systems, designing and producing a wide range of battery packs for various applications such as e-bikes, power tools, garden tools, medical devices and light e-mobility.
Commodity Buyer
Miejsce pracy: Gliwice
Purchase good, materials and services to ensure that the company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and to ensure continuity of supply.
Key responsibilities
- Conduct sourcing and negotiation process for new and current projects including efficient and optimized logistic set up; cooperate with project teams, assure timely deliveries of prototypes for new projects.
- Coordinate negotiation and purchase of factory infrastructure investments (semi-automated and automated production lines/equipment).
- Manage relationships with suppliers providing secure and cost-effective sources for relevant commodities.
- Improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
- Prepare reports and updates as and when required.
- Oversee the status of orders and deliveries of the strategic purchasing department.
- Maintain accuracy of information within SAP, including pricing, current supplier information, etc.
- Conduct commercial / technical consultations when required.
- Assess and evaluate suppliers to contribute to performance reviews.
Are you the ideal candidate?
- Bachelor’s degree in economics / engineering.
- Must have minimum 3 years professional experience in strategic sourcing.
- Technical knowledge of one of major commodity groups: electronics (PCBA), chargers, wire harnesses will be a plus.
- Must have strong negotiation skills and proven experience in negotiations on international level.
- Experience in indirect procurement.
- Fluent in English (B2), German will be a plus.
- Focus on results and ability to build relationship and partnership with internal customers.
- Good communication and project management skills.
- Experience with SAP system will be a plus.
- Experience with factory infrastructure investments will be a plus.
What we offer our employees:
- Interesting job in rapidly growing international Company.
- Opportunity to participate in interesting projects alongside experienced specialists.
- External and internal training programs.
- Private medical care; sport card and group insurance on favourable terms.
- A pleasant working environment and flexible working hours.