Part - time purchasing employee in a hybrid role at a global manufacturer specializing in corrosion protection packaging solutions. Responsible for operational purchasing and supplier negotiations.
About the role
- Senior Purchasing Manager leading procurement activities for electric projects at Jungheinrich. Engaging in supplier management, contract negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration in Zagreb.
Responsibilities
- Drive all procurement activities within assigned projects, ensuring alignment with technical and commodity strategies
- Identify, evaluate, and nominate suppliers for all project phases (A1/A2 samples, prototypes, pilot series, SOP)
- Lead negotiations on commercial terms and conditions, ensuring cost targets and compliance
- Secure timely delivery of purchased parts, monitor milestones, and manage escalation if needed
- Keep internal stakeholders updated on project purchasing status, risks, and decisions
- Act as the primary link between project teams, commodity managers, and suppliers
- Engage with engineering, quality, logistics, and finance teams for technical alignment and risk mitigation
- Provide feedback on commodity strategies and participate in cross-divisional initiatives
Requirements
- Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
- Several years in technical procurement or project purchasing, ideally in an international environment
- Fluent English (mandatory), German preferred; additional languages are a plus
- Proficiency in SAP and MS365 tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Miro)
- Legal knowledge
- Manufacturing expertise
- Ability to lead complex price and contract negotiations independently
- Strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Competence in cost analysis, investment planning, and risk management
- Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and supplier executives
Benefits
- Attractive salary depending on your qualifications and experience
- Flexible working hours and the opportunity of working from home
- A pleasant working atmosphere with a "first-name" culture in a company where employees come first
- Challenging, independent work in an innovative, creative environment
- Language courses
- Health and recreation benefits
- Family incentives
- Healthy snack and coffee for free in a brand-new office in Zagreb
- Lots of internal events - so that we don't miss out on having fun together
- Professional and personal training opportunities for your further development
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