Overview
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Strategic Technical Buyer - Full Time - Burgos, Spain
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
Join our Procurement team in Burgos (Spain) as a Strategic Technical Buyer to help us take the Operations Team to the next level.
Responsibilities
* Lead the procurement of materials, products and services within budget and timescales, adhering to Sulzer Policies and procedures.
* Identify and mitigate contract risks conducting deep negotiations with key suppliers.
* Support Sales & Tendering teams in cost reduction efforts ensuring proper terms and conditions are flown down to suppliers.
* Prepare technical and commercial evaluation sheets ensuring compliance to all requirements and like to like throughout panel of vendors.
* Ensure timely delivery of purchased supplies meeting project and production requirements with the required quality
* Expedite activities of suppliers and internal departments to support engineering and production progress.
* Communicate and escalate risks to delivery dates and production schedules.
* Maintain updated data on the ERP system for assigned responsibilities.
* Identify, document and communicate lessons learned to all relevant stakeholders according to Sulzer Spain procedures
* Establish working relationships with vendors to strengthen business and support company strategies.
* Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers
* Explore alternate sources for goods and materials
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and business performance, adding value to the company.
* Balance tactical execution with strategic initiatives to drive cost reduction projects.
Qualifications
* Mechanical knowledge (rotating machinery, materials, manufacturing processes)
* Good at persuading and negotiating.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
* Teamwork oriented with excellent teambuilding skills
* Proven ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with various departments, both inside and outside the local organization.
* Adaptability: Capable to work in a continuous changing environment
* Holds accountability for individual performance and outcomes
* At least 3 years’ experience in Contract management
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
* Fluent in English is a must
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
* Availability to travel within Spain and abroad
What we offer
* A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
* Restaurant tickets
* Permanent contract.
* Accident insurance.
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
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