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Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for cabinet systems and related material groups used in control cabinet manufacturing within Nacelle Electric
Identify, assess, and select strategic suppliers to improve procurement efficiency and achieve sustainable cost savings
Drive and own the global homologation of assigned commodities, including supplier qualification, technical approval, and release in close collaboration with engineering, quality, and operations
Manage and continuously develop a global and regional supplier base, ensuring competitiveness in cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability
Negotiate and conclude commercial agreements, including global framework agreements (FPA) and Development contracts
Perform comprehensive market analysis and supplier risk assessments to support strategic decision-making and mitigate supply chain disruptions
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (engineering, quality, manufacturing, logistics, finance and service) and build strong cross-functional relationships
Support supplier onboarding processes, master data updates, and coordination with internal procurement operations
Represent Global Sourcing in cross-functional and international projects
Willingness to travel internationally to support supplier homologations, change implementations, audits, and negotiations
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Business Administration or a comparable qualification; alternatively, equivalent professional experience
Several years of relevant experience in Global Sourcing, Strategic Procurement
Experience working in an international and cross-cultural environment; experience in the wind energy industry is a plus
Solid experience in contract negotiations and supplier agreement management
Background in cabinet systems, switchgear enclosures, or electrical control cabinets is an advantage
Advanced skills in MS Office, especially Excel and Power Point; Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong commercial awareness
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory
High level of flexibility and willingness to travel internationally
Identify, assess, and select strategic suppliers to improve procurement efficiency and achieve sustainable cost savings
Drive and own the global homologation of assigned commodities, including supplier qualification, technical approval, and release in close collaboration with engineering, quality, and operations
Manage and continuously develop a global and regional supplier base, ensuring competitiveness in cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability
Negotiate and conclude commercial agreements, including global framework agreements (FPA) and Development contracts
Perform comprehensive market analysis and supplier risk assessments to support strategic decision-making and mitigate supply chain disruptions
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (engineering, quality, manufacturing, logistics, finance and service) and build strong cross-functional relationships
Support supplier onboarding processes, master data updates, and coordination with internal procurement operations
Represent Global Sourcing in cross-functional and international projects
Willingness to travel internationally to support supplier homologations, change implementations, audits, and negotiations
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Business Administration or a comparable qualification; alternatively, equivalent professional experience
Several years of relevant experience in Global Sourcing, Strategic Procurement
Experience working in an international and cross-cultural environment; experience in the wind energy industry is a plus
Solid experience in contract negotiations and supplier agreement management
Background in cabinet systems, switchgear enclosures, or electrical control cabinets is an advantage
Advanced skills in MS Office, especially Excel and Power Point; Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong commercial awareness
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory
High level of flexibility and willingness to travel internationally
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