August 8, 2024

Webasto Careers

Arad

Category Purchasing Specialist

Location: Arad, RO

Entry Level: Professionals (3+ years)

Function: Purchasing

Type of Contract: Permanent

Job ID: 33546

Webasto is looking for:
Category Purchasing Specialist
Responsabilities:

Implementing strategies for negotiating category purchase agreements based on in-depth

knowledge of foreign and domestic markets for optimum pricing and terms

Purchasing categories in accordance with approved buying programs, using trade judgment in

implementation and/or the established procurement policy

Ensuring the availability of materials in the supply chain as scheduled and maintaining the

inventory at minimum acceptable levels

Monitors inventory requests, production schedules and purchase requisitions to coordinate

purchasing activities for current/anticipated demand of materials and services

Identifies and selects suppliers that meet the organization’s standards of price, quality and

delivery

Handles relevant purchasing processes (within defined category/program/etc.) in a less

complex, mainly moderate/regional environment

Develops, coordinates and implements the purchasing strategy within a less complex,

moderate/regional category/program

Sets-up and develops a strategic supplier base within the defined category/program
Coordinates and executes sourcing processes for category/program (supplier selection, RFQ,

negotiation, source decision matrix, sourcing committee)

Conducts contract negotiations with suppliers with rather moderate business volume
Reviews consistently, supports quality and competitiveness of suppliers and develops corrective

actions if needed

Coordinates and executes sourcing processes for category (support and steer supplier selection;

negotiation; sourcing committee)

Competencies:

Strong communication and networking skills
University dregree, technical studies
Analytical, interdisciplinary and entrepreneurial thinking and acting
Reliable and well structured way of working
Digital affinity
First negotiation experience
Basic understanding of the requirements of the IATF16949

A Plus in benefits
With us, you can receive a package of numerous benefits—including flexible working hours, meal tickets, medical insurance for you and your family, development programs, foreign language courses, Christmas and Easter bonuses.