Senior Buyer

About the role

Responsible for sourcing and contracting direct material for assigned categories, mitigating commercial risk and ensuring supply security. Acts as the commercial expert, leading supplier selection, negotiations and sustainable purchasing strategies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection and conduct commercial negotiations for material categories.
• Develop and deploy sustainable purchasing strategies and manage bid/RFQ processes.
• Negotiate contracts, improve pricing and terms, and drive cost‑saving initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance, propose risk‑mitigation actions and maintain vendor master data.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, export regulations and the company’s Code of Conduct.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• 7–8 years of relevant experience in a similar role within the automotive industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proven capability in sourcing, contracting and managing procurement processes.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office suite.
• SAP procurement module.

What we offer

• Highly competitive, tax‑free salary.
• Family visas, annual flight tickets and medical insurance for employee and dependents.
• Education allowances for children.
• Access to a learning academy and digital learning platforms for continuous development.