Regional Category Manager overseeing procurement strategies for Thales in the Americas. Responsible for supplier relationships, risk mitigation, and strategic sourcing.
About the role
- Senior Project Buyer responsible for procurement processes in engineering and construction sectors. Working in a stable energy supply company contributing to future projects like HäusernPlus.
Responsibilities
- You are responsible for project procurement with a focus on mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and construction.
- You are fully responsible for independently carrying out the procurement process, from coordinating with project management regarding the specification of services to supplier selection and evaluation.
- Conducting tenders and leading procurement negotiations.
- Preparing award recommendations.
- Providing commercial support for projects, including assisting with defect claims and monitoring warranty obligations.
- Meticulous work in contract management is expected.
Requirements
- A degree in business administration or a comparable qualification with a focus on purchasing or supply chain management, or equivalent professional experience.
- A persuasive and communicative personality with a high degree of initiative, teamwork and service orientation.
- Several years of relevant professional experience and in-depth knowledge in project procurement (nice-to-have).
- Strong technical understanding of engineering-related matters.
- Extensive experience with SAP HCM or, ideally, S/4HANA.
- Thorough knowledge of contract law and contract drafting.
- Experience in project management.
Benefits
- Flexible working model: a good mix of office-based and remote work.
- A secure employer offering attractive compensation, plus holiday pay, a Christmas bonus, additional payments and child allowance.
- Option for direct pension insurance and supplemental health insurance.
- Employer-funded occupational pension.
- Subsidized canteen with a wide and varied menu selection at all locations.
- Permanent employment contract.
- An exciting range of training and development opportunities.
- Corporate Benefits (employee offers).
- Bike leasing for up to two bicycles.
- We are happy to contribute to your Hansefit membership.
- Preferential electricity rates.
- Parking available at all locations.
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