Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!<h1>Responsibilities:</h1><ul><li>· Develop and implement local procurement strategies aligned with global CLF objectives.· Lead the sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes for local suppliers.· Conduct continuous supplier scouting to identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors that meet quality, cost, and sustainability standards.· Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and innovation targets are met.· Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and value creation.· Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., SCM, Finance, R&amp;D) to understand needs and ensure procurement supports business goals.· Local implementation of processes, standards and tools set by global CLF.· Ensure compliance with internal policies, ethical standards, and legal requirements.· Lead, coach, and develop the local procurement team to build capabilities and drive performance.· Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement efficiency, cost savings, and supplier performance.· Support risk management initiatives by identifying and mitigating supply chain risks.</li></ul><h1>Qualifications:</h1><ul><li>· Master’s or bachelor’s degree in economics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent.· Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement roles, preferably in industrial or manufacturing environments.· In-depth knowledge of commodity market dynamics.· Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.· Analytical mindset and proficiency in tools such as Excel and ERP systems (SAP).· Good knowledge of English (written and spoken).· Results-oriented, proactive, and a strong team player.· Solid understanding of supply chain principles and how procurement integrates within the broader supply chain strategy.</li><li>· Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.· Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.· Knowledge of local market dynamics and regulatory requirements.</li></ul>The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.EagleBurgmann Italia S.r.l.

Freudenberg e-Power Systems is one of the world's leading suppliers of emission-neutral energy systems for heavy-duty applications. With its experience and expertise in battery and fuel cell technology, the company offers tailor-made solutions, in particular combined systems, for sustainable and economical e-mobility. With over 800 employees, Freudenberg e-Power Systems supports its customers from application development through to production, commissioning and service.
The company is part of the global Freudenberg Group, which has four business areas: Seals and Vibration Control Technology, Nonwovens and Filtration, Household Products as well as Specialties and Others. In 2022 the Group generated sales of more than 11 billion euros and employed more than 50,000 associates in around 60 countries.

Head of Local Purchase & Procurement (f/m/d)

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!<h1>Responsibilities:</h1><ul><li>· Develop and implement local procurement strategies aligned with global CLF objectives.· Lead the sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes for local suppliers.· Conduct continuous supplier scouting to identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors that meet quality, cost, and sustainability standards.· Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and innovation targets are met.· Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and value creation.· Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., SCM, Finance, R&amp;D) to understand needs and ensure procurement supports business goals.· Local implementation of processes, standards and tools set by global CLF.· Ensure compliance with internal policies, ethical standards, and legal requirements.· Lead, coach, and develop the local procurement team to build capabilities and drive performance.· Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement efficiency, cost savings, and supplier performance.· Support risk management initiatives by identifying and mitigating supply chain risks.</li></ul><h1>Qualifications:</h1><ul><li>· Master’s or bachelor’s degree in economics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent.· Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement roles, preferably in industrial or manufacturing environments.· In-depth knowledge of commodity market dynamics.· Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.· Analytical mindset and proficiency in tools such as Excel and ERP systems (SAP).· Good knowledge of English (written and spoken).· Results-oriented, proactive, and a strong team player.· Solid understanding of supply chain principles and how procurement integrates within the broader supply chain strategy.</li><li>· Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.· Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.· Knowledge of local market dynamics and regulatory requirements.</li></ul>The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.EagleBurgmann Italia S.r.l.

Head of Local Purchase & Procurement (f/m/d)

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