Operational Buyer

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments. EagleBurgmann is a leading international specialist in industrial sealing technology. We combine innovative technologies, digital solutions and our passion to create sophisticated and reliable sealing systems. Our products help make entire industries safer and more sustainable.

You support our team as

Operational Buyer

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end procurement operations in alignment with P2P standards, including purchase order creation, order confirmations, and invoice verification
• Monitor order fulfillment by tracking delivery dates and proactively following up with suppliers
• Implement commodity sourcing strategies in partnership with Commodity Buyers and provide supplier performance feedback
• Manage service priorities by addressing critical demand and escalating supply or supplier issues as needed
• Resolve supplier-related issues, including late deliveries and material shortages, and coordinate corrective actions
• Expedite materials and ensure timely resolution of urgent supply chain disruptions
• Maintain accurate procurement data in SAP, including master data, pricing, lead times, and supplier records
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, optimizing demand bundling, and enhancing procurement workflows

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist is preferred
• Strong knowledge of negotiations, sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and supplier development
• Proven ability to manage supplier performance and build strategic relationships
• Experience working in a structured procurement environment, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Experience in SAP or other ERP systems
• Ability to work onsite

Some of your Benefits

Diversity & Inclusion

Health Insurance

Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.

International Opportunities

Grow in your career through international exchange and global job opportunities.

Personal Development

We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

401K Match

Save for retirement with the company's help.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.