Category Buyer - Mechanics
Introduction & Summary:
The role of Category Buyer Mechanics encompasses crucial responsibilities in implementing the category strategy while optimizing costs and supplier relationships within mechanical components and sub-assemblies. The ideal candidate must possess a strong technical background in mechanics coupled with significant experience in procurement, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
Main Responsibilities:
Ensure the implementation of the group category strategy in the organization.
Participate in product definition and cost reduction projects to optimize the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders including quality, engineering, and logistics.
Maintain and develop market knowledge, monitoring the supplier base involved in mechanical components.
Source new suppliers to support segment strategy and offset requirements, focusing on international markets.
Maximize needs to enhance negotiation leverage and optimize savings.
Manage contract negotiations, both dedicated and frame agreements.
Issue orders for both codified and non-codified items.
Rationalize the supplier panel for the mechanical category.
Ensure timely delivery, optimal cost, and quality from suppliers while managing relationships.
Challenge the needs and follow up on contract execution until final payment.
Key Requirements:
Bachelor's in Purchasing and Procurement or similar, or a Master’s degree with 5 to 10 years of experience.
Strong technical knowledge in mechanics—machining, sheet metal, forging, casting, etc.
Analytical and results-oriented approach.
Strong communication skills with the ability to develop relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
Customer-oriented with negotiation skills to enhance company competitiveness.
Rigorous, organized, pragmatic, and autonomous in decision-making.
Excellent understanding of procurement processes.
Fluency in English and French, both oral and written.
Experience with ERP systems; familiarity with Oracle is a plus.
Good understanding of legal topics relevant to contractual negotiations.
Ethical conduct and compliance with laws and regulations.
Continuous improvement mindset, flexibility, and ability to work under pressure.
Eagerness to travel to other facilities and visit suppliers.
Other Details:
This position may require travel to various facilities and suppliers, incorporating a dynamic approach to the procurement of mechanical components. Candidates should be prepared for an engaging work environment that emphasizes collaboration and results-driven outcomes.