Strategic Buyer - Direct Materials (m/f/d)
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Rheinmetall Expal Munitions seeks a Strategic Buyer to manage sourcing of direct materials such as chemicals, liquids, and raw materials, develop supplier relationships, drive procurement strategies, and ensure material availability across operations, collaborating with engineering, operations, and quality teams.
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In Rheinmetall Expal Munitions, we are looking for a Strategic Buyer to join our Procurement team and manage the sourcing of direct materials related to chemicals, liquid products, raw materials and manufacturing processes. You will play a key role in developing supplier relationships, driving procurement strategies and ensuring the availability of critical materials across our operations.
What you will do:
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Define and execute sourcing strategies for direct materials.
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Identify, evaluate and develop strategic suppliers.
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Lead supplier negotiations and contract management activities.
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Drive cost reduction and supply chain optimization initiatives.
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Monitor market trends, risks and opportunities.
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Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality and international Commodity Managers.
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Ensure supply continuity, quality standards and compliance requirements.
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Support global procurement projects across different Rheinmetall entities.
Location: On-site position in Madrid, Spain.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
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Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
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Minimum 5 years of experience in Strategic Purchasing, Procurement or Commodity Management.
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Experience purchasing raw materials, chemicals, industrial products or direct materials.
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Background in Automotive, FMCG, Chemical or Manufacturing industries is highly valued.
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Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
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Fluent English (C1 level), as you will work with international suppliers and Commodity Managers across different Rheinmetall sites.
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Availability for national and international travel.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
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Be part of a global leader in defense and technology.
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Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth.
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Contribute to strategic projects that make an impact.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact Person: José Manuel Peña Frutos
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