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Strategic Buyer - Direct Materials (m/f/d)

Rheinmetall

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Madrid, IA
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

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.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

NegotiationStakeholder ManagementFluent EnglishSupplier Relationship DevelopmentCost ReductionSupply Chain OptimizationMarket Trend Monitoring

Qualifications

Degree in Chemical Engineering or Related Technical FieldMinimum 5 Years Experience in Strategic Purchasing or ProcurementExperience Purchasing Raw Materials, Chemicals, Industrial Products or Direct MaterialsBackground in Automotive, FMCG, Chemical or Manufacturing IndustriesAvailability for National and International Travel

Full job description

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:

  • Define and execute sourcing strategies for direct materials.

  • Identify, evaluate and develop strategic suppliers.

  • Lead supplier negotiations and contract management activities.

  • Drive cost reduction and supply chain optimization initiatives.

  • Monitor market trends, risks and opportunities.

  • Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality and international Commodity Managers.

  • Ensure supply continuity, quality standards and compliance requirements.

  • Support global procurement projects across different Rheinmetall entities.

Location: On-site position in Madrid, Spain.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Strategic Purchasing, Procurement or Commodity Management.

  • Experience purchasing raw materials, chemicals, industrial products or direct materials.

  • Background in Automotive, FMCG, Chemical or Manufacturing industries is highly valued.

  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

  • Fluent English (C1 level), as you will work with international suppliers and Commodity Managers across different Rheinmetall sites.

  • Availability for national and international travel.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

  • Be part of a global leader in defense and technology.

  • Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth.

  • Contribute to strategic projects that make an impact.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Contact Person: José Manuel Peña Frutos

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