Supplier Relationship Manager, Key Technology (f/m/d)

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This Individual will serve as the Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM) for the Key Technology Commodity. This individual will own the supplier relationships for the assigned supplier group within the Key Technology Commodity category under the leadership of the Sr. Key Technology Commodity Manager. This individual will support the Key Technology Commodity (media, membrane, chemicals, OEM products) strategy formulation and execution. This position is part of the Integrated Supply Chain Organization and will be located onsite in Portsmouth, UK or Bad Kreuznach, Germany.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Supplier Relationship Management (40%): identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conduct supplier assessments, attend supplier meetings/visits, maintain strong relationships with key suppliers via SBR’s, collaborate with the cross-functional teams (including engineering, manufacturing, materials, quality), LTA’s negotiation and manage contract administration, improve Supplier OTD, and support site(s) Inventory Target management.
• Project Management (30%): Project funnel ideation and cost saving project execution, own Strategic Sourcing visual management (DVM), stay updated on emerging technologies/materials/best practices in Key Tech commodities and supply chain management, monitor market trends & industry developments to identify opportunities for innovation/cost savings/risk mitigation,  partner with Supplier Quality to execute supplier qualifications (FAIR, PPAP, etc.), optimize Supply Chain design to maximize adherence to DMS principles and IMAG
• Customer (Internal & External) Relationship Management (15%): collaborate with Ops, R&D, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Product Management, support external customers as necessary, and drive OTD
• Strategy Execution (15%): Delivery of the Key Technology Commodity Strategy
• Domestic/International travel will be required.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Engineering, with 3+ years’ experience in Sourcing, Purchasing, or Supplier Relationship Management with focus on Key Tech commodities
• Strong knowledge of Key Tech market, including materials, processes, pricing dynamics, and supplier landscape
• Proven track record of negotiating contracts, reducing costs, and improving supplier performance.
• Ability to travel 30% internationally
• Fluency in German and English.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Building, maintaining, and fostering relationships with internal cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers.
• Ability to adapt, think critically, and problem-solve under pressure
• Continuous improvement in manufacturing
• Global Sourcing experience for a global manufacturing company

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