About our client

Our client, for whom we are seeking a Sourcing Manager (full-time job), is a leading supplier of advanced automotive technology systems and components for major OEMs, specializing in thermal management systems. 

Duties and responsibilities:

• Conducting market research, as well as creating cost estimates and forecasts.
• Initialize and lead the development of local sourcing strategies.
• Driving purchasing decisions based on cost and scenario analysis, as well as market trends.
• Maintaining strategic sourcing relationships and developing strong partnerships.
• Creating and improve local sourcing procedures and presenting improvement strategies to senior management for approval.
• Analyzing and calculating procurement costs and developing cost reduction strategies.
• Negotiating contracts with key suppliers, including costs and terms of supply, service, and quality.
• Collaborating with the procurement department to identify and pursue new supplier opportunities.
• Estimating risks and applying risk minimizing techniques, as well as negotiating contracts that comply with industry regulations. 

Qualifications and knowledge:

What could be offered

• 30 days holiday
• Could offer home office in necessary situations
• Small gifts on holidays
• Working in a dynamic and international team
• Good platform for personal development