Technical Purchasing Specialist (fmd)

Munich - Germany

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Munich Electrification

Munich Electrification is an innovative company founded with the aim of accelerating the transition to electric and connected mobility. We develop innovative electronic control units for electric vehicles and stationary storage systems for our global customers. Our international team is composed of highly motivated and exceptional engineers. As a small and specialized team we are well-aware of the importance of each individual colleague and support and promote each employee according to their abilities and needs. Our office with adjacent prototype and testing lab is located in the heart of Munich at the Heimeranplatz.

This is what we stand for:

- Technological Leadership: We challenge norms innovate quickly and anticipate future needs. We take smart risks and learn from outcomes to stay ahead.

- Sustainability: We actively drive change for a sustainable future aware of our impact and inspiring others to build a better world.

- Team Culture: We believe work should be enjoyable fostering a spirit of inspiration celebration and teamwork across the globe.

- Entrepreneurial Spirit: We embrace change think big and push limits with passion.

Your Role

As a Technical Purchasing Specialist you will play a key role in expanding our product portfolio in a cost-competitive manner. You will be responsible for conducting cost calculations that set price targets for our Purchasing team ensuring we maintain a competitive edge while developing world-class electronics for the automotive and battery industries. Your contributions will help strengthen our technological leadership and ensure we meet market demands with innovative and affordable products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including purchasing hardware development and industrialization to identify cost-saving opportunities. With a data-driven approach you will continuously assess and refine cost structures and processes to ensure cost efficiency. Additionally you will utilize the generated cost calculation data to report key performance indicators (KPIs) to the management team showcasing purchasing achievements. Your insights will support long-term strategic decisions helping optimize resource allocation and sustain competitiveness in the market.

Your future tasks at a glance

Conduct cost calculations to establish price targets for sourcing teams
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sourcing hardware development industrialization) to identify cost-saving opportunities
Perform competitive analysis to ensure cost-effective sourcing of electronic components and systems
Evaluate and refine cost structures processes and technologies for continuous improvement
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to management highlighting sourcing achievements
Research and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure they meet cost quality and timeline requirements
Monitor market trends and emerging technologies to identify potential impacts on sourcing and pricing strategies

What you bring with you

Successfully completed university degree in engineering product development or a related field
Proven experience in cost engineering cost estimation or technical sourcing specifically within the automotive or electronics industry.
Proficiency in data analysis financial modeling and cost forecasting tools to drive data-driven decisions.
Highly motivated results-driven individual with a passion for cost optimization and process efficiency willingness to take responsibility and ownership of projects
Independent working style pursuit of clever solutions and excellent communication skills (English and German)

Our Offer & Benefits

The chance to be part of a highly innovative agile and unique team with prestigious customers in the automotive and battery storage sector. You will gain a deeper knowledge around connected & electric vehicle batteries battery management and electronics development and strive in an exciting work environment

Benefits:

- Trust-based working hours and hybrid work

- Adequate and competitive compensation

- Pension Plan/Bonus

- Free access to the fitness center right next to us or subsidized EGYM Wellpass

- Free snacks coffee drinks and lunch (freshly cooked by our chef) every day

- Public transport ticket

- Bike-Leasing via Business Bike

- Experience various inspiring and fun team events

- ME-branded clothing

- Option to work from anywhere (6 weeks/year)

Required Experience:

About Munich ElectrificationMunich Electrification is an innovative company founded with the aim of accelerating the transition to electric and connected mobility. We develop innovative electronic control units for electric vehicles and stationary storage systems for our global customers. Our intern...