Join to apply for the Head of Purchasing role at Liebherr Group2 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Head of Purchasing role at Liebherr GroupResponsibilitiesResponsibilities shall include, but are not limited to the following:Purchasing StrategyCoordination of purchasing at company levelSupporting the Purchasing Manager of the Division Control Company (DCC-PM) in defining the divisional purchasing strategy and responsibility for its implementation at company levelImplementation and further development of group-wide and division-wide Material Group ManagementResponsibility for purchasing targets for the local companyFlexibility: including optimisation of replenishment times and implementation of a multi-supplier strategyPerformance: including ensuring the availability of materialsLiquidity: including optimisation of stock levelsProfitability: including reduction in material costsClose collaboration with the DCC-PM for all relevant issuesPurchasing OrganisationFunctional and disciplinary supervision of the purchasing staff in the local companyDevelopment of the purchasing department to a strategic partner and supply chain expertCollaboration in the harmonisation and optimisation of divisional procurement processes to minimise risk and reduce costsCoordination of personnel planning with the DCC-PMPurchasing ControllingFurther development of the group-wide purchasing methods and toolsResponsibility for purchasing controlling at company levelActive participation in the definition and implementation of price forecasts and purchasing resultsImplementation of sustainable measures for the competitiveness and innovation of procured partsPurchasing ProjectsActive participation in the cross-plant purchasing project portfolio.Securing the necessary resources and participating as a project owner or project manager.Qualifications, Requirements And ExperienceSeveral years of experience in procurement managementSound knowledge of procurement strategies and controllingManagement experience and ability to work in a teamExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong communication skills and ability to assert oneselfBenefitsWe offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, training and development opportunities, subsidised canteen, retailer discounts, travel opportunities, sports and social club, cycle to work scheme and if that isn’t enough, we have an early finish on a Friday!Please note, CV's will not be accepted directly by email.We do not require the assistance of recruitment agencies for this role.#LCCHave we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Fiona Darby.One Passion. Many Opportunities.The companyLiebherr Container Cranes Ltd. is one of the world's leading manufacturers of ship to shore cranes, rail mounted gantry cranes and rubber tyre gantry cranes. From its base in Killarney, Ireland, the company designs, builds and exports container cranes worldwide. Founded in 1958 as the first Liebherr factory outside of Germany, today, container cranes manufactured by Liebherr in Ireland are renowned for their quality, longevity and productivity.LocationLiebherr Container Cranes Ltd.KillarneyIreland (IE)ContactFiona Darbyfiona.darby@liebherr.comemily.oconnor@liebherr.comSeniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionPurchasing and Supply ChainIndustriesIndustrial Machinery ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Liebherr Group by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Head of Purchasing” roles.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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