About the role

  • Buyer driving sourcing strategies and negotiations for electronic parts at Volkswagen. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve cost efficiencies and supplier management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic and effective negotiations for the procurement of electronic components, electrical parts, or engines (Powertrain), ensuring competitiveness and cost reduction;
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies with a focus on component localization and supply chain optimization;
  • Actively participate in cross-functional meetings, fostering synergies among departments such as Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Finance;
  • Create high-impact presentations and analyses using Excel (charts, pivot tables, etc.) and PowerPoint to support decision-making;
  • Manage relationships with national and international suppliers, including frequent interactions with partners in Germany and other countries;
  • Monitor market trends and supply chain risks, proposing preventive and corrective actions;
  • Perform cost analyses, benchmarking, and feasibility studies to support strategic purchasing decisions;
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and applicable legal requirements;
  • Use advanced/fluent English in international communications and negotiations; knowledge of German will be considered a plus.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain, Electrical Engineering, Production, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields;
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office;
  • Advanced Excel;
  • Advanced/Fluent English;
  • Knowledge of German will be considered a plus;
  • Availability for domestic travel;
  • Active Category B driver's license preferred.

Benefits

  • Discount on vehicle purchases
  • Gympass
  • On-site parking - free
  • Shuttle bus
  • Annual performance bonus (PPR)
  • Meal allowance (VA)
  • On-site cafeteria
  • Health insurance
  • Private pension plan
  • Pecúlio plan (lump-sum benefit)
  • Zenklub - mental health and emotional well-being platform

Job title

Buyer – Productive Purchasing, Powertrain

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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