Direct Commodity Manager

Our partner is looking for a Direct Commodity Manager with purchasing experience and English language skills. The company offers people-oriented management, supportive team and colleagues and flexible home office opportunity after the training period. Direct Commodity Manager Tasks Developing and defining direct sourcing strategies and targets for specific categories Collecting market, procurement and technology data Developing optimisation and supplier strategies, prepare and implement implementation plans Cost analysis and review of contract terms and conditions, supplier benchmarking Supporting regional sourcing strategies and promote localisation approaches Conducting procurement negotiations Securing framework contracts and legal conditions Developing cost reduction and value enhancement initiatives Ensuring compliance with regulations and sustainability guidelines Managing, reviewing and evaluating supplier relationships Requirements Bsc degree in engineering or economics Minimum 5 years of experience in direct procurement category management Experience in procurement negotiation, tendering, indirect procurement strategy development Knowledge of Office and SAP Confident and fluent English language skills German language skills would be an advantage Excellent networking, negotiation and communication skills Offers Competitive salary Flexibility in home office and working hours Annual bonus Cafeteria package Allowances (travel, utilities) Health insurance Outstanding work-life balance Professional training and career opportunities Company canteen Company events Workplace Budapest