60 Jiu Long Lu, Chang Shu Shi, Su Zhou Shi, Jiang Su Sheng, Changshu, Jiangsu, China Remote (Global) Full-time

ContiTech USA, Inc. is hiring a Global Category Buyer (m/f/diverse)

Responsibilities

  • Create and implement a global procurement strategy focused on cost efficiency, supply reliability, process optimization, and quality compliance.
  • Lead initiatives to source from best-cost countries and support localization efforts.
  • Collaborate with corporate departments in alignment with company procurement standards.
  • Oversee the global supplier base, including ongoing market evaluation.
  • Lead the identification and development of new suppliers in partnership with R&D to ensure timely access, quality, and competitive advantage.
  • Negotiate long-term framework agreements with suppliers.
  • Track, calculate, and report cost savings using designated systems such as RAMPIT.
  • Analyze and track market trends for pricing and availability of critical production materials.
  • Lead or support category-specific projects, task forces, and risk mitigation plans, including responses to supply disruptions.
  • Assist in establishing price budgets and predicting material demand.

Work Arrangement

Remote (Worldwide)

About company
ContiTech USA, Inc.
ContiTech is a Continental group sector offering connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for various industrial applications. It is a global industrial partner with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.
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Posted 10 months ago