Role & responsibilities Obtain information on prices, suppliers, technical innovations for a range of parts. Compile requirements for new parts, new materials, machines, sys-tems, etc., clarify final requirements together with the ordering departments. Coordinate parts and material requirements on the basis of prices and de-livery options with the requirements of the departments. Select the suppliers to be considered for the request for quotation. Compare incoming offers and forward them for technical review. Monitor delivery dates, complain if necessary. Conduct negotiations on quantities, prices, delivery dates and conditions, assumption of costs, etc. within the scope of the right to sign, also in a for-eign language, place orders. Submit orders that go beyond the right of sig-nature for decision. In the case of larger deals that go beyond underwriting rights, compile key data on sales, structure (e.g. service organization), production possibilities and participate in negotiations. Carry out price comparisons with the aim of optimizing the procurement situation, initiate price analyses if necessary. Conduct negotiations with suppliers or suggest new suppliers on the basis of these analyses. Preferred candidate profile Bachelors/Engineering_ Mechanical / with preferable MBA specialising in Material Management