Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!<h1>Responsibilities:</h1><div><div></div><div><ul><li>Collaboration in the development of cross-location product group orientations (e.g. global sourcing, strategic cooperation, bundling, etc.), taking into account the specifications of the lead buyers, and implementation for future requirements and products. Active management of the supplier portfolio </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Further development of the supplier relationship to the sustainable level of price, replacement time, quality, process, technology and risk required for the product group. In alignment with the commodity group orientation defined by the lead buyer. Participation in supplier audits, if applicable. Continuous identification of improvement potential and its implementation </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Initiation of procurement processes: Information on prices, vendors, technical innovations for the defined range of material groups. Parts and material requirements based on prices, coordinating delivery options with requirements of the divisions. Carry out price comparisons.  </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Determination of the source of supply: negotiations on quantities, prices, delivery dates and conditions, also in a foreign language In the case of larger contracts that go beyond the right to sign, compile key data on turnover, structure (e.g. service organization), production and delivery possibilities and assist in negotiations. Preparing contracts and getting them ready to be signed. Define and maintain scheduling agreements, outline agreements and individual purchase orders (info record) in the system with all relevant parameters (lot size, if necessary, scales, postal code, unit prices, vendor master data, minimum order values, etc.). Orders are placed by the DispoCenter. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Increase in efficiency by setting SAP automatisms such as order book, info record automatism, increase of connected EDI suppliers </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>First escalation stage - after the DispoCenter - in case of quality and delivery problems, invoice discrepancies and the enforcement of resulting claims </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>First contact person for price and condition deviations </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ensuring data quality in the ERP system, transparency and control of local activities (master and transaction data) </li></ul></div></div><h1>Qualifications:</h1><ul><li>At least 5 years experience in purchasing </li><li>Technical or business studies or comparable training and work experience </li><li>Business fluent English </li><li>SAP S/4 knowledge in MM </li><li>Use of the usual Microsoft software </li></ul>Minimum salary: €35,000 gross per year. Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.‎ ‎ 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.

Commodity Buyer (f/m/d)

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!<h1>Responsibilities:</h1><div><div></div><div><ul><li>Collaboration in the development of cross-location product group orientations (e.g. global sourcing, strategic cooperation, bundling, etc.), taking into account the specifications of the lead buyers, and implementation for future requirements and products. Active management of the supplier portfolio </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Further development of the supplier relationship to the sustainable level of price, replacement time, quality, process, technology and risk required for the product group. In alignment with the commodity group orientation defined by the lead buyer. Participation in supplier audits, if applicable. Continuous identification of improvement potential and its implementation </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Initiation of procurement processes: Information on prices, vendors, technical innovations for the defined range of material groups. Parts and material requirements based on prices, coordinating delivery options with requirements of the divisions. Carry out price comparisons.  </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Determination of the source of supply: negotiations on quantities, prices, delivery dates and conditions, also in a foreign language In the case of larger contracts that go beyond the right to sign, compile key data on turnover, structure (e.g. service organization), production and delivery possibilities and assist in negotiations. Preparing contracts and getting them ready to be signed. Define and maintain scheduling agreements, outline agreements and individual purchase orders (info record) in the system with all relevant parameters (lot size, if necessary, scales, postal code, unit prices, vendor master data, minimum order values, etc.). Orders are placed by the DispoCenter. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Increase in efficiency by setting SAP automatisms such as order book, info record automatism, increase of connected EDI suppliers </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>First escalation stage - after the DispoCenter - in case of quality and delivery problems, invoice discrepancies and the enforcement of resulting claims </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>First contact person for price and condition deviations </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ensuring data quality in the ERP system, transparency and control of local activities (master and transaction data) </li></ul></div></div><h1>Qualifications:</h1><ul><li>At least 5 years experience in purchasing </li><li>Technical or business studies or comparable training and work experience </li><li>Business fluent English </li><li>SAP S/4 knowledge in MM </li><li>Use of the usual Microsoft software </li></ul>Minimum salary: €35,000 gross per year. Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.‎ ‎ 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.

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