Testo, with its headquarters in the Black Forest/Germany, is a world market leader in the field of portable and stationary measurement technology. Worldwide, roughly 3900 employees research, develop, produce and market innovative measurement solutions for Testo. The basis for this success, in addition to the highly qualified and motivated staff, is the above-average commitment to a future-oriented development - roughly 10% of the annual concern turnover is invested in Research & Development. With 37 subsidiary companies and over 80 distribution partners, Testo is represented on all five continents.
Strategic Buyer (m/f/d)
(Stellen-ID: 2204)
Role description:
As part of our expansion, we are launching a new production site in Albergaria-a-Velha, Portugal, in the summer of 2025. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Strategic Buyer to join our dynamic team.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring the timely procurement of materials and services at optimal cost and quality. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to align purchasing decisions with business objectives, drive cost-saving initiatives, and enhance supply chain efficiency.
The ideal candidate has a strong analytical mindset, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to build and maintain strategic supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment.
What can you expect?
- Implementation of procurement strategies for plastics and mechanical components to optimize costs, quality and delivery times
- Negotiation of contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with vendors
- Building and maintaining relationships with existing and new suppliers. Carrying out supplier qualification, evaluation and development
- Independent management of purchasing projects, including the introduction of new materials (plastic/mechanical)
- Identification and assessment of risks in the supply chain and development of measures to minimize risks
What we offer:
- A challenging and varied role in a forward-looking company
- The opportunity to significantly shape the establishment and development of a new facility
- An international working environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths
- Attractive remuneration and extensive social benefits
If you’re looking for a role that combines technical expertise, continuous learning, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you!
Your profile:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
- Sound knowledge of the procurement markets for plastics and mechanics as well as the corresponding technologies and materials.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Experience working with ERP system (S/4 HANA or R/3).
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of contract management and supplier performance evaluation.
- You have a good command of English
You would like to know more about our job vacancy? Please get in touch with Frau Isabel CasacaMartins email: recrutamento@testo.pt.
We are looking forward to receiving your application via Online-Portal.
Testo SE & Co. KGaA, Albergaria-a-Velha
