Strategic Buyer for Batteries

WHAT'S THE ROLE? Experienced in strategic purchasing, strong in negotiation and execution: You will be responsible for the procurement of assembly services for battery packs, ensure availability, optimize costs, and manage suppliers. WHO IS HILTI? - Hilti is the place where innovation is harnessed to improve productivity, safety, and sustainability in the global construction industry and beyond. It's where solutions are born based on strong customer relationships, making it possible to build a better future. It's where 34,000 people across 120 different locations worldwide take pride in being part of the team. It's where people have the opportunity to explore their possibilities, unleash their potential, take responsibility for their personal development, and build their careers for the long term. From the construction, simulation and design of the products, to the production of our own prototypes, to system testing and certification of our power tools - our innovation comes from our own research and development laboratories. WHAT DOES THE ROLE INVOLVE? As Lead Buyer, you will take strategic responsibility for the “Batteries” material group, actively shaping the development of our supplier network and ensuring the security of supply for key components. - Conduct price negotiations and actively manage suppliers - Analyze supplier performance and implement improvement measures - Ensure capacity, quality, and availability of assembly services - Support battery projects through to series production readiness - Take responsibility for costs in development projects and series production - Design and manage the supplier selection process in line with strategy - Contribute to the development of material group and segment strategies - Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities **We employ over 1,000 of the world’s best engineers who develop and test the technical solutions of tomorrow at our innovation center in Kaufering.** WHAT DO WE OFFER? - We offer you a unique place to work, in which you are part of a creative and interdisciplinary team. We will give you a lot of responsibility to develop yourself and we´ll support you in shaping your individual career path. In addition, we offer you innovative and personalized Benefits, such as - In-house fitness area with training courses - Flexible working arrangements (up to max. 50% of the monthly working time) - Mobile working - Sabbatical - Subsidised Company Bike - Subsidised monthly and annual public transport subscriptions - Company pension scheme (employer-financed) - Subsidy for childcare - Summer holiday care for childrenTwo impactful days to make a difference in the environment and society- Further benefits: - Support in relocating and finding a flatTax advice- The mission of the Hilti Group is "Making Construction Better," based on a passionate and inclusive team, as well as an employee and performance-oriented corporate culture. Integrity, courage, teamwork, and commitment are essential for Hilti - both today and tomorrow. We are proud to say that we not only talk about our values but also live them every day. WHAT YOU NEED IS: - At least 5 years of professional experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management within an international industrial company - University degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field - Strong negotiation skills and a confident presence; excellent communication and persuasive abilities when engaging with internal stakeholders and supplier-side management - Experience in project management with clear goal and role definitions, a focus on on-time and on-budget delivery, and meeting defined success criteria for all stakeholders - Strong analytical thinking and the ability to communicate complex topics clearly - Team spirit and a passion for working in an international, interdisciplinary environment - Willingness to travel internationally (up to 20%); German language skills are a plus WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY? You are someone who wants to take charge of your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and borders — where a job title is not seen as the final destination, but as a starting point. Our procurement team is made up of highly qualified colleagues with diverse nationalities and personalities. With your openness to new ideas, your enthusiasm, and your expertise in sourcing electronics, battery, and charging technologies, you’ll be a great fit for our team. Not familiar with the power tool industry? No problem. At Hilti, success is built on a willingness to learn and a hunger to achieve. We value your commitment and expertise. - During your job interview you will spend some time with us and get to know our company. Thus you will get a feeling for the job and our corporate culture. - Contact: Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH I Miriam Fries I Human Resources **A