Procurement Specialist

Join Freudenberg's Team as a Procurement Specialist

About the Role:

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize supplier management, including identification, validation, and performance management.
• Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement projects to meet or improve standard cost targets, purchase price variance goals, quality targets, and service levels.
• Select appropriate procurement methods to maximize flexibility and minimize acquisition costs and risks.
• Negotiate pricing and terms for mutual best advantage, document agreements, and monitor performance.
• Resolve delivery, quality, service, and cost issues through problem-solving and supplier performance improvements.
• Assist in identifying and eliminating non-value-added steps in the supply chain.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers both domestically and internationally.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Procurement, or Engineering. 5-10+ years of sourcing experience, preferably in Mechanical components or Chemicals. CPIM, Lean Systems, or Six-Sigma certification a plus.
• Excellent project management, analytical, organization, and negotiation skills. Manages a broad range of tasks, including complex day-to-day sourcing activities.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize multiple projects from start to finish and complete work with speed and accuracy within established timeframes.
• Ability to drive results, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business environments.
• Experience in dealing with distributors and production suppliers. Develops and launches new suppliers/projects.
• Able to evaluate suppliers' processes and capabilities. Responsible for managing and solving complex topics related to Supplier Management, Continuation of Supply, and Savings initiatives.
• Fully versed in ERP Software (preferably SAP), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). Expertise in working with spreadsheets and a strong understanding of financial concepts and data.

Key Skills:

• Communication and Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands, and meets internal/external customers' needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer-centric approach.
• Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
• Drive and Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.