Global Category Lead - Conveyor belt fabrics (Reinforcements)

Open 17d

**Key Responsibilities:**

Develop and implement global material and supplier strategy through market analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and documentation across all business areas
Conduct supplier evaluation and selection, driving negotiations to optimize cost, quality, and technological requirements while ensuring contract compliance
Negotiate and conclude legally binding supplier contracts, ensuring timely documentation and accurate data entry in IT systems
Manage global demand bundling for the reinforcements category and drive cost-out initiatives, shortage management, and crisis response
Lead ad-hoc projects and improvement programs with suppliers to enhance performance and support cost-saving activities
Ensure on-time material supply to all production facilities through monthly monitoring, forecasting, and coordination with production, R&D, and quality departments
Support material price planning, rebate negotiations, and price deviation forecasting to optimize annual budgets
Provide internal and external correspondence and procurement support to plants regarding sourcing and related operational matters

**Required Qualifications:**

Proficiency in Contitech Purchasing Processes and SAP, Supply ON, and MS Office systems
Purchasing and negotiation skills with strong communication and presentation abilities across multicultural environments
Analytical problem-solving capabilities and strategic thinking mindset
Technical understanding of conveyor belt reinforcement components and supply chain procedures
Commercial and contract law knowledge with proven supplier management experience

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