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We are currently looking for a candidate for the position of Project Buyer (he/she) for our client from the automotive industry. Required availability: ASAP.
Job Responsibility:
Responsibility for selecting, evaluating, and contracting suppliers of electronic components, hardware, software, and dedicated equipment
Management of QCTR indicators – full responsibility for Quality, Cost, Time, and Risk in the area of purchasing from the prototype stage, through industrialization, to production ramp-up
Monitoring the achievement of objectives and taking corrective action
Cooperation with engineering (R&D), active participation in development work with project teams
Identification of technical solutions to reduce product cost (Cost-to-Market / Design-to-Cost)
Continuous control of BOM (Bill of Materials), analysis of the impact of changes on cost, schedule, and component availability
Managing supplier risk, developing risk minimization plans and alternative purchasing scenarios
Close communication with R&D, production engineering, quality, finance, logistics, and planning departments
Participation in design reviews, reporting on purchasing status, and escalating critical issues
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of experience in production purchasing (Hard Requirement)
Experience in the automotive industry, knowledge of quality and design standards (APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949)
Experience in purchasing electronics, components for BMS (Battery Management Systems) or cooperation on projects with A-Spice requirements is essential
Very good knowledge of English (B2/C1) – conducting negotiations, meetings, project reviews, contract correspondence, and daily cooperation with global suppliers
Negotiation and analytical skills
What we offer:
Long-term collaboration
Technical training, certifications, and skills development
Competence Center mentoring
Clear career path
Employee benefits package (Multisport, private healthcare, life insurance, subsidized city card)
Friendly working atmosphere, team-building events, and team-building meetings