Purchaser

• Execute procurement activities for globally assigned categories and suppliers in alignment with sourcing strategies
• Monitor and follow up on purchase orders to secure cost efficiency, quality compliance, and on-time delivery
• Manage price agreements and maintain item data in ERP and related systems
• Perform spend analysis and support category insights to identify savings opportunities
• Plan and lead annual price negotiations with designated suppliers
• Define supply strategies, priorities, timelines, and action plans with cross-functional procurement teams
• Identify and implement long-term cost-saving initiatives, including Design-to-Cost programs
• Support supplier development with Category Management and engineering functions
• Provide cost data and sourcing support to sales and cost estimation teams during project planning and bidding
• Ensure effective implementation of sourcing strategies with selected vendors
• Stay informed on industry trends and technological advancements relevant to assigned categories
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for compliance with procurement policies
• Drive sourcing initiatives in Cost Competitive Countries to enhance global supply efficiency
• Manage inventory levels in alignment with procurement strategies

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