Purchasing Funct. Solution & Digitalization Management

Your Key Responsibilities

• (Global) Design of system solutions and coordination of these with the global purchasing organization and the affected departments 
• (Global) Key support within the SAP R/3 area and within S4 Hana system enviroment
• (Global) Identification of process optimizations and introduction of new system solutions in coordination with the requirements of the Schaeffler system landscape and process owners
• (Global) Recording of customer needs including definition of solution requirements, as well as their evaluation and prioritization in collaboration with the respective departments   
• (Global) Design, evaluation and definition of optimal system solutions for mapping defined purchasing processes and initiation of the IT change process Cooperation in regional and international projects as well as cooperation with internal and external partners worldwide  
• (Global) Development and implementation of training concepts and strategies for purchasing processes and system solutions 
• (Global) Design and further development of the existing system landscape Development and implementation of topic-specific support concepts. Execution of 3rd level support, root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for a sustainable reduction of the support volume  
• (Global) Participation in purchasing-related special projects or representation of purchasing within the scope of cross-divisional special projects
• (YS AP) Develop and lead the Strategy & Processes actvities and requirement for Purchasing & Supplier Management AP
• (YS AP) Derive a strategy from the overall purchasing strategy with the focus on system and processes, with a corresponding roadmap and drive the implementation of the defined measures
• (YS AP) Assure the compliant implementation/application of existing/new purchasing processes and systems
• (YS AP) Development, optimization, enhancement of new/existing processes and tools to lift further potentials in efficiency and/ cost reductions for AP
• (YS AP) Responsible for creating and implementing digitalization projects in Asia Pacific
   

Your Qualifications

• Must have a commercial or technical degree, or comparable training, along with several years of professional experience.
• High affinity for IT applications, especially SAP R/3 MM, related SAP modules, and SAP S4Hana systems is crucial. Experience with SAP R/3 & S4 Hana system is mandatory.
• Possession of intercultural sensitivity and experience working in an international corporate organization, preferably in the industry or automotive business sectors. Experience within a network organization, especially in a Purchasing environment, is preferred.
• Fluency in English is essential, and knowledge of German is an advantage.
• Requires high proficiency in both verbal and written communication on an international level and across various management tiers.
• Open and unbiased approach towards different cultures, with a willingness to work with their opinions and expectations. Must be curious, open-minded, and able to engage people effectively, alongside good organizational and planning skills and an independent working style.
• Capable of strategic thinking and quickly understanding complex business matters.
• Able to deliver results effectively under pressure.
• Exhibits a team player attitude, being friendly and service-oriented, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Proficiency with standard tools like MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint is necessary.