GLOBAL LEAD BUYER FOR CAPEX, TECHNICS AND ENERGY (M/F/D)

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Are you interested in high-quality, natural, and tasty nutrition? We are! It’s our ambition to shape the future of nutrition.
Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries.
We use innovative technology to process plant-based raw materials and enrich products such as lifestyle drinks, cereals, dairy, and confectionery goods for almost every well-known brand.
Close to dedicated employees in more than 70 countries share one common goal - to ensure that millions of people around the world enjoy the products created by us.
We strive to inspire and empower our employees in everything we do, and we invite you to join our team – together WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE.
As Global Lead Buyer for Capex, Technics and Energy, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of capital expenditures across our global operations.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and delivery for capital projects.
Your expertise will be crucial in establishing relationships with key suppliers and ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
Your role.
Development and implementation local, regional and global sourcing strategies and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Analyze and monitor international sourcing markets, evaluate and communicate market specifics Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to identify and prioritize projects Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure best-in-class service and pricing.
Development of Supplier Network, Selection of Suppliers & identify synergies in the supply network to bring efficiencies for Doehler Provide training and support to local procurement teams to enhance their capabilities.
Monitor market trends and supplier performance to inform strategic decision-making.
Optimize processes via digitalization in cooperation with Sourcing Excellence Ensure compliance with corporate policies and sustainability initiatives Point of contact for escalation issues Leadership of 3-4 FTE and in addition dotted-line to counterparts in the regions   Your profile.
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on Capex, Technics and Energy expenditures Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and negotiation.
Strong analytical skills and experience with procurement software and tools.
Experience to manage senior stakeholder and different cultures Experience to manage a team in that area Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Willingness to travel as needed.
Your Benefits Culture.
Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned company, flat hierarchies, short communication channels, and helpful colleagues Impact.
You are an integral part of our business success and make an important contribution to the future of nutrition Empowerment.
You can fully unleash your potential and have the opportunity to take on responsibilities Digitalization.
We maintain excellent partnerships with market-leading innovators, allowing you to access and work with state-of-the-art technologies Anniversary and special payments Employee referral bonuses Additional benefits.
Christmas parties, events, financial benefits, and online shop discounts (e.
., IT leasing, mobile phone contracts, shopping, and travel discounts, etc.)   Equal opportunities for all We welcome applicants, who are just as diverse as we are - regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Become a part of our team and apply online trough our career portal to the attention of Nicole Arnold.
Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by mail.