Missions
Join Schneider Electric's European Procurement organization and contribute to sourcing activities for a portfolio of electromechanical components, including batteries, cables, cable assemblies, and windings.As a VIE Category Buyer, you will support an international team located across Europe and gain hands-on experience in strategic procurement, supplier management, cost analysis, and cross-functional project coordination. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your procurement expertise in a fast-paced and multicultural environment while working closely with manufacturing sites, suppliers, and category leaders.
Your responsibilities
Support Sourcing and Supplier Management
Assist Category Buyers in implementing supplier strategies and procurement initiatives.
Participate in supplier performance monitoring, including quality, delivery, sustainability, and competitiveness indicators.
Support supplier relationship management and contribute to maintaining a competitive supplier panel.
Help ensure contracts and supplier information are properly maintained and updated.
Contribute to RFQ and Procurement Projects
Support the preparation and management of Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes.
Analyze supplier quotations and contribute to sourcing recommendations.
Participate in supplier negotiations alongside experienced buyers.
Assist in identifying and mitigating supply chain risks.
Drive Continuous Improvement and Cost Optimization
Support cost reduction and productivity projects through data analysis and benchmarking.
Identify opportunities for technical and commercial improvements in collaboration with business stakeholders and suppliers.
Contribute to initiatives focused on Quality Value Engineering (QVE) , supplier development, and procurement efficiency.
Data Analysis and Cross-Functional Collaboration
Prepare reports, dashboards, and procurement analyses to support decision-making.
Collaborate with manufacturing sites, quality teams, supply chain, engineering, and procurement stakeholders across Europe.
Maintain procurement databases and ensure data accuracy.
Contribute to procurement digitalization and process improvement initiatives
Profil recherché
Master's degree (or equivalent) in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.First experience through internships, apprenticeship in Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, or Project Management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Interest in supplier management, sourcing, and industrial environments.
Good knowledge of Excel and digital tools; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
Ability to work collaboratively in an international and multicultural environment.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Curious, proactive, and eager to learn.
Fluent English (written and spoken)