Senior Buyer – Machinery & Equipment – Metals and Foam BU

Main Responsibilities

• Support regional implementation of Coupa, our indirect purchasing system, and increase the adoption of indirect catalog technology
• Provide supplier technical support of e-procurement tools used by Cooper Standard
• Manage supply base with respect to their ability to provide products and services in accordance with the organization’s business requirements, cost parameters, terms and agreements
• Generate spend reports and provide data analytics in Excel
• Develop and sustain relationships with key internal and external customers
• Support the resolution of critical supply chain issues and maintain supplier relationships

Education And Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain management, business, engineering or related field.
• Professional Experience: minimum 1 year
• Knowledge of Foreign Languages: Fluent English.
• Additional Language Skills: French and / or German
• Technical Skills: Strong with Microsoft Excel.
• IT Systems Proficiency: SAP will be additional value
• Analytical Thinking: strong problem solving and analytical skills to gather and interpret information.
• Motivation and Commitment: Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence others