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We are seeking an experienced and high negotiation skilled Strategic - Sourcing to join our team. As a Mechanics Strategic-Sourcing, you will play a crucial role in identifying new suppliers, negotiating price and contracts with them.
Job responsibilities :
- Identify and research reliable suppliers for various mechanical parts
- Evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, risk and other key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Negotiate pricing and contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms
- Participate in supplier process audits together with Quality Department to ensure adherence to quality standards
- Assist in the development and testing of prototypes, providing feedback on mechanical design and performance
- Contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM) efforts to optimize part design for efficient and cost-effective production
Other Responsibilities:
Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of parts, suppliers and quality control activities
Technical Support:
- Provide technical support to other teams on mechanical parts and related issues
Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvement, and process optimization related to mechanical parts
Output:
- Contributes to creating a solid base of mechanical suppliers, capable to serve the Cicor core markets – Industrial, Medical and Aerospace & Defense
- Supplier quality and delivery performance
- PPV savings & competitiveness
Education and experience:
- 5+ years in a similar position – Mechanics Strategic Sourcing
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
- Experience in the NPI process and familiarity with working with individual and international teams
- A solid network of mechanical suppliers, which allows a rapid introduction of new suppliers suitable for Cicor
Supplier Management: Sound strategic and operational sourcing experience as well as supplier development in a global supplier base;
- Demonstrated work experience on category management
Quality Control: Familiarity with quality control procedures and standards
Desired profile:
- Collaborative member who puts the success of the team first
- Strong team player with high energy level and perseverance to exceed goals
- Driven to achieve sourcing objectives
- Solution-oriented
- Ability to take a structured approach and prioritize in a complex environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with various teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical challenges.
- Meticulous attention to detail is crucial for ensuring accuracy in part specifications and quality control
- Higher education in Mechanics
Specific skills:
- Negotiation skills
- Mechanical industry knowledge
Language skills:
- English – business fluent (C1, C2)
- Optional: German, French