Team Lead Purchasing – Mechanical Components (f/m/x)
Anton Paar GmbH | Graz
Anton Paar develops, produces, and distributes highly precise measuring instruments and automation and robotics solutions worldwide. Innovation, combined with craftsmanship and a genuine passion for research, forms the foundation of our success and drives everything we do.To strengthen our purchasing team, we are looking for an experienced, proactive individual with technical affinity and strategic thinking – for a versatile precision-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
- Technical leadership of a team of at least 4 people
- Development and implementation of purchasing strategies in the field of mechanics to ensure competitiveness and long-term supply security
- International procurement of mechanical components and market analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities
- Selection, management, and continuous development of the supplier portfolio
- Negotiation of framework and supply agreements
- Close collaboration and communication with suppliers and internal departments to ensure smooth procurement processes
- Handling of complaints and enforcement of claims
- Identification and independent implementation of optimization and cost reduction potentials
Requirements:
- Completed technical education or commercial training with additional technical qualification in the field of mechanics
- Several years of professional experience in strategic purchasing for mechanical product groups, with a proven track record in negotiations
- Proficient in MS Office; SAP knowledge is an advantage
- Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken
- High level of commitment, structured working style, and strong quality awareness
- Strong execution skills and focus on essentials
- Experience with low-cost sourcing in Asia is an advantage
- Willingness to travel
We offer you:
- A reliable and long-term workplace in our expanding and international high-tech company
- An innovative company culture that promotes technical excellence guaranteeing us the position of a technological leader in the global market
- A value-oriented working environment that fosters friendly, supportive cooperation between colleagues and, at the same time, provides room for involvement, dedication and individual responsibility
- Work Outside Office (occasion-related possibility to work outside the office)
- Professional and personal development
We offer a fair and market-aligned salary based on the collective agreement for employees in the metal trade – adjusted to the regional conditions of the Styrian labor market. The minimum gross monthly salary for this position is € 3.600 (based on full-time employment). What truly counts for us are your personality, your skills, and the experience you bring. That’s why we take the time to determine your actual gross salary individually and are happy to offer a higher pay in recognition of your qualifications.
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We do not accept applications via personnel service providers or recruitment agencies and ask all interested parties to submit their documents directly via our career site.
Applications via personnel service providers will not be processed. As a matter of principle, we also do not hire temporary workers, but build on long-term, direct employment relationships.
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