Tactical Buyer - High Precision Machining, Mechatronics Assemblies

Responsibilities:

Purchasing Strategy & Planning:

. Identify and analyse procurement and outsourcing needs for current and future projects, including repeat programs

. Conduct market research and monitor market developments

. Translate product developments into supplier opportunities

. Formulate product sourcing strategy aligned with internal purchasing policies and external market analysis

. Develop purchasing plans per segment, including quality audit planning

Supplier Selection & Qualification:

. Analyse supplier capabilities for make-vs-buy decisions

. Assess joint risks and develop risk mitigation scenarios

. Establish preferred supplier list with qualified second sources

. Execute supplier release process in accordance with defined procedures

. Conduct progress meetings and drive supplier development

. Implement changes to framework contracts

Supplier Performance Management:

. Select suppliers based on identified purchasing needs

. Manage supplier development, qualification, and performance (cost, quality, delivery)

. Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and commercial agreements

. Draft purchasing contracts and transfer to operational buyers

. Conduct supplier audits

. Evaluate and monitor supplier performance KPIs

Information & Governance:

. Monitor supplier developments and market changes

. Identify bottlenecks and assess impact on product and project performance

. Advise organisation on supplier performance and related business risks

. Maintain and update supplier database and contractual terms

. Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations

Requirements:

. Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline

. Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment

. Minimum 5 years experience sourcing Built-To-Print (BTP) parts such as:

o Precision machining

o Sheet metal fabrication

o Contract Manufacturing

. Experience in semiconductor equipment or high-tech manufacturing preferred

. Proven experience in:

o Project-based procurement

o New Product Introduction (NPI)

o Production transfer programs

o Supplier development and qualification

. Strong understanding of make-vs-buy decision processes

. Ability to conduct market analysis and translate product developments into sourcing strategies

. Knowledge of supplier risk assessment and mitigation planning

. Familiar with supplier audit processes and quality release procedures

. Strong negotiation skills (pricing, commercial terms, delivery conditions)

. Ability to manage supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery, lead time)

. Experience in contract drafting and framework agreement management

. Analytical mindset with capability to identify bottlenecks and propose mitigation scenarios

. Ability to align purchasing strategy with internal policies and external market conditions

. Familiarity with environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance requirements

. Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills

. Proficient in ERP systems and supplier database management