Senior Strategic Purchaser

Job PurposeThis role drives company growth and competitiveness by managing strategic procurement, supplier relationships, and negotiating long-term contracts for quality materials and services. It ensures operational excellence through effective purchasing processes, pricing accuracy, and data management. The position also supports innovation and continuous improvement by collaborating across various teams within the Wurth Group.

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Roles & ResponsibilitiesStrategic Purchasing Build and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers by overseeing strategic procurement for specific product ranges, conducting supplier searches and assessments, and ensuring optimal sources of goods to support company growth.Evaluate, select, and develop suppliers based on quality, value, service, responsiveness, and innovation, including managing supplier ratings, conducting risk management, and seeking access to technologies or components that enable product development and improvement.Negotiate, manage, and regularly review long-term contracts and purchasing conditions—covering prices, quality standards, cost-reduction targets, delivery terms, and commercial/legal requirements.Monitor and rate supplier performance against contractual obligations, collaborate to drive continuous improvements in cost and performance, and manage purchasing risks through regular negotiations and supplier talks.Onboarding of new suppliers by negotiating framework agreements, delivery terms, and additional contracts such as bonuses or rebates, all while ensuring compliance with the General Purchasing Conditions of Würth International.Organize and carry out meetings, workshops, visits to customers and suppliers (such as Rapid Plant Assessments), lead joint negotiations, and attend industry-specific trade fairs to create and execute effective purchasing strategies.Stay informed about commodity prices, market trends, and political developments to assess their impact on operations and develop purchasing strategies accordingly.Collaborate with other Würth International locations and participate in cross-functional teams.Contribute to departmental innovation and continuous improvement by implementing modern digital tools and supporting initiatives from the Würth Purchasing Council.Operations Management Manage traditional purchasing activities, including processing requests, following up on deliveries, and preparing expenditure reports.Collaborate with suppliers to achieve service level targets and ensure timely delivery as requested.Managing both internal and external requests to ensure a streamlined delivery process, including the utilization of the Würth Supplier PortalAddress and resolve daily issues as they arise in order to satisfy internal stakeholders and improve company KPIs.Oversee all aspects of purchasing-related master data management within SAP and the SRM system, including vendor setup, supplier relationship management, info record maintenance, and ensuring customer pricing accuracy. xzbcwsv Maintenance of relevant master data to ensure system accuracy.
Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree (Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, or related)10+ years in Purchasing Strategy and Operations, working knowledge in trading (import/export)Long-term Supplier Management and Development, Contract & Agreement NegotiationProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and specific procurement platformsMultilingualism a plusERP experience (SAP preferred)Stakeholder satisfaction (response & resolution times)
Preferred Skills Accuracy and diligenceStrong communication, prioritization, and stakeholder management skillsSolid troubleshooting and problem-solvingCustomer Centricity — Communicates proactively; balances service and policyProcess Thinking — Documents SOPs; identifies root causes and drives improvementsJudgment & Ownership — Makes sound decisions under time pressure; follows through
Benefits & PerksFlexible working hours & hybrid in-office schedulePaid time off and holidays401(k) with company matchComprehensive health coverageYearly wellness dayPaid parental leave policyMonthly fitness stipendStudent loan assistanceYearly professional development stipend for trainingNetworking opportunities on a global scaleMonthly culture club eventsKitchen stocked with drinks and snacks