Your daily contribution: Evaluate and develop potential suppliers for machined and subcontracted parts until handover to operational procurement Execute development purchase orders for pilot/test machined parts from external suppliers Provide technical support to suppliers on product and quality requirements during development Support and coach Purchasing and Sub-contracting teams for machining and processing suppliers Lead or participate in vendor development projects for new and existing suppliers Offer technical support to various departments and BC Production network locations on machined parts-related topics Ensure minimum quality requirements and coordinate technical escalations with suppliers Your Profile: Extensive experience and/or education in parts production, machining, special processes, and contract management Education as a machine mechanic/poly-mechanic or equivalent with production/manufacturing process engineering experience Ability to read and interpret part drawings and customer requirements Approximately 7-8 years of industry-specific experience, including 2-3 years in manufacturing engineering and procurement SAP knowledge and preferred additional training in quality, inspection, and metalworking Excellent German skills, fluency in English Readiness to travel Your Personality: Good analytical and conceptual skills combined with ability to drive results Effective communication and presentation skills Experience in negotiation with suppliers and contract management Ability to influence others and align various interests (Leadership qualities) Working in team, cross functional, cross cultural etc. Project Management skills Multi-cultural skill We offer: Flexible and hybrid working conditions Versatile and autonomous activities and tasks Working environment with professional development opportunities Participation in job-related training and further education Above-average pension fund Appreciative and inclusive corporate culture Demonstrated lived values that value diversity Dynamic, international environment with committed employees Structured induction process Short public transport connections We are looking forward to receiving your complete application documents. jid18b6ef6a jit0311a