At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit.
We are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions.
About the Role
The hydraulic cylinder category is a strategically important and fast-growing segment at PALFINGER.
As a strategic buyer in the Palfinger organization, you will be responsible for procurement management around hydraulic cylinders.
Your Responsibilities
* Lead global sourcing groups, including strategy definition and execution
* Manage supplier relationships from a technical and commercial perspective
* Conduct market analyses, selecting, evaluating, and qualifying suppliers
* Execute RFQs, price negotiations, and contracting based on total cost approach
* Support Make-or-Buy processes and target costing for existing and new products
* C coordinate internal stakeholder requirements (R&D, SCM, OPS, QC)
Your Qualifications
* Technical or commercial education, or adequate knowledge
* Technical understanding and knowledge in reading drawings
* 5-10 years of experience in strategic procurement
* English spoken and written
* Good IT user knowledge (SAP R3 / S4 Hana, MS Office ..)
* Entrepreneurial thinking, negotiation skills, and hands-on mentality
What We Offer
* Life balance through flexible working hours and freedom to organize your work
* Performance-related compensation
* Career and personal development opportunities in an international company
* Voluntary social benefits through our company's health management program PALfit
* Job ticket