Tasks
- global strategic sourcing of "waste management services" incl.
selling of recyclable and valuable waste materials, with focus on the americas.
- identification of cost improvement potentials of waste streams in the area of automotive & rubber industries.
- identification, developing and promoting global strategic suppliers based on srm requirements.
- preparation and conduction of functional workshops with the target of gathering cost saving opportunities for our worldwide production facilities.
- using synergies by leveraging of regional and global volumes.
- steering of projects and conducting of negotiations to conclude regional and global frame agreements.
- to be an advisor in functional matters for our internal customers.
- working within an intercultural team of different functions along the entire process chain.
- definition, implementation and tracking of relevant kpi's on a global scale according to the corporate target settings.
- ensure compliance with continental's code of conduct.
*qualifications*:
- academic degree in economics, natural sciences, engineering (focus on environmental / sustainability preferred).
- 5+ years of professional experience required, ideally in sourcing waste management services and selling of respective materials / waste / scrap.
- very good knowledge in materials processes (automotive and rubber industries), e. g. recycling, circular economy, etc.
- technical background in materials treatments and methods.
- knowledge of supplier relationship management.
- legal and contract skills.
- project management experience.
- familiar with microsoft office software and sap systems.
- strong and fluent language skills in english (business english) mandatory, spanish, and other languages preferable.
- good negotiation and communication skills.
- persuasion, assertiveness as well as result and goal oriented working style.
- intercultural sensitiveness and experiences with working in international teams.
about us
continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods.
founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation.
in 2021, continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets.
on october 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.
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220725br
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einkauf
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continentals spezialisten aus unterschiedlichen disziplinen treiben den trend des automatisierten fahrens mit aller innovationskraft voran.
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