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About us

With offices in 16 countries across five continents, HMH maintains a strong global presence.

For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future.

Our environment is based on respect and having a good day at work, so you can expect to join a knowledgeable, global team who help each other to succeed.

Location: Erkelenz, Germany

This role is critical in maintaining our competitive edge in the market by securing high-quality materials and services at the best possible prices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of buyers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and timely delivery of materials and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality assurance, to understand and meet sourcing requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, addressing any issues related to quality, delivery, or cost.
• Identify and develop new supplier relationships to ensure a reliable and competitive supply base.
• Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, pricing, and availability of materials.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards in all sourcing activities.
• Prepare and present reports on sourcing performance, cost savings, and other key metrics to senior management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent and related experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with significant experience in the manufacturing or construction industry.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Extensive experience in sourcing, procurement, manufacturing roles, with a strong understanding of supply chain management principles.
• Experience as a Procurement Manager, Plant Manager or General Manager in the manufacturing industry, with a deep understanding of production processes and requirements.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful sourcing strategies that result in cost savings and quality improvements.
• Demonstrated success in managing supplier relationships, including negotiating contracts and resolving performance issues.
• Strong background in market research and analysis, with the ability to stay informed about industry trends and pricing.
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and continuous quality improvement systems based on KPIs.
• Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet sourcing requirements and achieve organizational goals.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of buyers, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance.
• Experience in negotiating and collaborating with international companies to develop and deliver products and services.