Buyer

Who we are:

The EDAG Group is a globally leading, independent engineering services provider that combines excellent engineering with the latest technology trends.

With a global network of some 60 branches, the EDAG Group realizes projects in the Vehicle Engineering, Electrics/Electronics and Production Solutions segments. Drawing on more than 50 years of engineering experience, EDAG's proprietary 360-degree development approach has become a hallmark of quality in the holistic development of vehicles and smart factories. The company's interdisciplinary expertise in the areas of software and digitization provides it with crucial skills to actively shape dynamic transformation processes as an innovative partner.

With an interdisciplinary team of around 8,600 experts, the EDAG Group develops unique mobility and industrial solutions for customers that include the world's leading automotive and non-automotive companies. The company is listed on the stock exchange since 2015 and generated revenues of € 796 million in 2022.

This is how you will grow:

The Buyer achieves International Procurement objectives based on strong networking and collaboration with Engineering and Facilities teams. Key contributor to the procurement of construction services, production machines, and equipment for a plant expansion. Supports the procurement, tracking, monitoring and execution of contracts, interfacing with project teams and other stakeholders

The primary purpose of the Buyer is to support National Buyers for Construction and Equipment in achieving procurement objectives.

• Drive communication concerning initiatives, procurement activity, timelines and budgets
• Assist in problem resolution, escalation and daily operations
• Consult National Buyers and ensure timely updates related to activity
• Provide transparency to Senior Management and other business units as needed about the current status and performance projects
• Cooperate closely with the other units and Global Commodity Managers to achieve alignment and synergies within business units related to Construction and Equipment Purchases. -
• Participate in onsite and virtual steering committees and project meetings
• Initiate and see to completion requests for quote, competitive bids, and strategic sourcing tasks at the direction of National Buyers
• Complete bid leveling, cost driver analysis, and quote comparisons
• Complete PowerPoint presentation slides to share critical information and key messages.
• Use suite of systems and Finance Supplier Database to review data, enter contracts, RFQs and Legal Terms and Conditions, onboard suppliers, and finalize contracts.

Requirements

This is how you will take us forward:

• Bachelors degree in business, supply chain or related field
• 3 plus years of experience in Purchasing, Project Management, Business Administration or Finance.
• Experience as an operational buyer within a large, multinational company preferred
• Experienced in construction of manufacturing facilities
• Knowledge of purchasing processes, systems and tools as well as sound experience with their application.
• Highly effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to conduct project planning, monitoring and implementation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint etc.)
• Fluent in English.