Supply Specialist

Purpose of the role
As a Supply Specialist, you are responsible for building robust, scalable, and cost-efficient supply chains for new products. In close cooperation with Engineering, Project Management, Category Management, Operations, Quality, and suppliers, you ensure successful product launches as well as a smooth transition into series production.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing supply chain concepts for new products, taking into account security of supply, flexibility, and efficient material flow
• Participating in design reviews and driving design-for-supply-chain activities during product development
• Identifying supply chain risks and implementing suitable measures to ensure project deadlines and business continuity
• Analyzing product costs and supporting COGS optimization through sourcing strategies and supplier negotiations
• Representing the supply chain in cross-functional NPI project teams
• Coordinating internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure alignment regarding deadlines, requirements, and delivery results
• Supporting the selection and onboarding of suppliers as well as ensuring their readiness for prototype, pilot, and ramp-up phases
• Controlling material availability, inventory, and procurement activities throughout the entire NPI lifecycle
• Maintaining correct supply chain master data and ensuring effective implementation of NPI planning and control processes
• Being responsible for the handover of NPI projects to series production as well as proactively escalating bottlenecks and risks in the supply chain

Qualifications

• Completed studies in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Engineering, or a related field
• At least 3 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, NPI Planning, or a comparable production environment
• Very good German skills as well as good English skills
• Strong analytical skills and sound understanding of production processes and cost structures
• Sound knowledge in the area of mechanical and electromechanical products
• Very good ERP knowledge, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O, as well as very good Excel skills
• Experience with PLM systems is an advantage
• Good understanding of supply chain design, planning concepts, risk management, and the NPI lifecycle
• Proven competencies in project and stakeholder management
• Independent, proactive, and structured way of working as well as strong communication and negotiation skills