Strategic Buyer

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future. To strengthen our team in Shanghai , we are looking for you as a(n) Strategic Buyer . Job Responsibilities 1. Develop and implement category strategies for packaging and specialty chemicals (market analysis, supply risk assessment, target setting, action planning) in cooperation with the global category managers. Align strategies with supervisor and business divisions 2. Lead strategic sourcing projects end to end (requirement definition, RFx, supplier selection, negotiation, implementation), focusing on total cost of ownership, supplier consolidation, localization and dual-sourcing 3. Monitor market trends, cost drivers and price developments of packaging and specialty chemicals; derive pricing mechanisms (e.g. index-based pricing) and sourcing options, and communicate the impact to stakeholders 4. Negotiate strategic contracts and framework agreements (price, volume, flexibility, payment terms, liabilities) in line with company policies and compliance requirements 5. Drive cost-saving and value-creation initiatives (e.g. specification optimization, packaging standardization, alternative materials and sources), and track and report realized savings 6. Supplier Management: Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships and communication processes (e.g. complaint process, continuous improvement process). Lead annual key supplier evaluation, communicate the results, and follow up on improvement plans. Coordinate supplier audits with support from quality, operation and IMS team. Participate in internal/external quality system audits. Push suppliers to meet sustainability requirements 7. Contribute to the standard reporting: Maintain quality and completeness of master data, ensure timely and correct reporting 8. For raw materials relevant to the automotive industry, follow IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements (if applicable). 9. Other works assigned. Qualifications Required 1. Education - At least the technical education 4 years university graduate, preferably in chemistry, materials, economics or business administration). 2. Professional background - Minimum of 3-5 years commercial experience, preferably in commercial functions such as procurement, sales, marketing, procurement, or planning. - Business experience (negotiations, contracts, legal questions) - Good communication and negotiation skills 3. Other - Good communication skill, problem solving, planning, decision making, coordination and teamwork are needed. - Good English skills in reading, written and spoken - MS office and SAP experience - Can be frequent business travel As an international company, we welcome the diversity of people. We consciously promote equal opportunities and a diverse, inclusive culture in our teams - this is what makes us successful. We look forward to receiving your application! Reference code: 32038