Purchaser Raw Material

• Support developing global purchasing strategies for the respective Categories to ensure best prices, lean and efficient processes, availability as demanded and meet the necessary quality standards
• Support best cost country and localization strategy, whenever possible and reasonable
• Coordinate with related corporate functions in line with Continental purchasing standards
• Manage regional supplier portfolio
• Support supplier development/qualification activities to ensure timely sourcing, high quality and competitiveness
• Negotiate frame contracts (e.g. Supply and Purchase Frame Agreements, Business Partner Code of Conduct, etc.)
• Work with the different BA's and functions to find the best solutions from quality, service and availability of goods
• Steer selection of new (PM) suppliers in collaboration with R&D
• Monitor market pricing and availability movements for key production materials and timely communicate the impact
• Follow GDDL and apply all internal and external requirements
• Manage cross-functional task forces / projects (e.g., in case of raw material shortages)
• Meet cost requirements, implement and conduct cost saving activities
• Ensure competitiveness of prices in relation to the market and related feedstocks
• Identify and implement new supply sources and saving potentials, incl. market analysis
• Price budgeting and demand forecasting
• Calculate and report all savings in respective tools (e.g., RAMPIT)
• Maintain FC pricing/list
• Manage Risk analysis for the respective Categories and take required actions
• Supporting global category buyers in maintaining data in regional ERP systems.

• Degree in economics, engineering, operations (university / university of applied science).
• Min. 3 years professional experience in PUR, finance, sales and/or R&D.
• Experience in organizational development and design of processes.
• Experience in negotiations.
• Project management experience in major projects.
• Proven track record in implementing processes and IT systems.
• Experienced in working successfully on a national level, international level of advantage.

At Continental we are committed to building an inclusive and discrimination-free ecosystem in Mexico, these principles are rooted in our corporate philosophy and culture. Therefore, it is totally forbidden to request a pregnancy or HIV test as part of our selection processes.

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.