Your RoleYour Role — As a Sourcing Manager Cost Optimization & Strategic Supplier Management you take ownership of driving cost-reduction initiatives and building strong long-term partnerships with strategic suppliers. You play a key role in improving profitability and competitiveness by combining technical understanding with commercial excellence in a manufacturing-driven environment.Your Responsibilities:Drive structured cost-out and value engineering initiatives across the supply chainDevelop manage and strengthen strategic supplier relationshipsLead negotiations including should-cost analyses and total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluationsWork closely with Engineering Operations and Finance to align sourcing strategies with technical and business requirementsIdentify opportunities for cost optimization while ensuring quality performance and supply reliabilityYour Profile:Bachelors degree in Engineering (e.g. Mechanical Electrical Industrial or similar)Around 8-10 years of experience in sourcing procurement or supply chain management within mechanical engineering or a technical environmentStrong track record in cost optimization negotiations and supplier managementExcellent analytical technical and commercial skillsGerman language skills are a strong advantageYour ChanceTake on a high-impact role with direct influence on business performance and cost competitivenessWork in cross-functional and international teams within a growing technology-driven companyShape strategic supplier relationships and sourcing processesJoin an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunityWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.Required Experience and Key SkillsExperience: ManagerKey Skills: Finance Control, Finance, ABAP, Body Care, Business Analytics, AvionicsEmployment Type: Full-TimeVacancy: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr