Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for the assigned category, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and business goals.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and cost-effectiveness of goods and services.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers to achieve cost reduction goals and improve payment terms.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to the supply chain, including supplier disruptions, quality issues, and regulatory compliance.
- Manage procurement activities for a smaller category, ensuring alignment with financial targets and optimizing procurement efficiency.Manage supplier contracts, performance, and compliance, ensuring the company’s procurement goals are met.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field.
- More than 4 years of experience in procurement and category management, preferably within a multinational or industrial environment.
- Expertise in procurement processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
- Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office suite.
- Knowledge of procurement strategies, category management, and supply chain risk management.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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