Buyer/Planner

Your Contribution

You will oversee supplier/subcontractor contract negotiations, issue purchase orders and/or EDI releases for materials/services, and manage supplier relationships. This role requires influencing action through analysis, negotiating contracts, managing inventory, interfacing with quality on stock issues, and working within a budget. Time management is crucial due to tight deadlines and changing priorities.

You are expected to work as part of a team, resolve supplier issues, and support a lean culture by ensuring transparency in supplier orders, efficient inventory turns, and service responsiveness.

Your Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field or 8 years of direct experience in a similar role and industry in lieu of education.
• 2 years of direct related experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills in SAP.
• Problem Solver - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Experience with statistical analysis and ability to identify and anticipate stock issues.
• Ability to write and present detailed reports.
• Self-motivated and self-starter, enjoy challenges, and always looking for ways to improve processes.
• Excellent attention to detail, conscientious, and diligent.
• Promotes and follows the business unit’s Core Efforts and Values.

Our Offer

We offer a collaborative environment, exciting assignments, and continuous personal and career development opportunities. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and welcome those who want to shape the future with us.

The interview process includes a screening call followed by one or more personal interviews. For more information about MAHLE and career opportunities, visit our websites.