Advanced Purchaser (m/f/d)

Company Description

Since its spin-off in September 2025 AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector Automotive as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide-ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. This includes sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software-defined vehicles. In the fiscal year 2024 the business areas, which now belong to AUMOVIO, generated sales of 19.6 billion Euro. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and has about 87.000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide.

Job Description

*1 year limited contract.

Advanced Purchaser BA SAM ASC - Procurement (On-site)

• Lead all material-related topics in the BA project team.
• Responsible to control supplier-related milestones during the product development phase in-time sourcing.
• Follow-up on supplier and material status.
• Ensure a smooth and comprehensive hand-over to Plant Purchasing.
• Responsible for sourcing after SOP for BA-specific parts or if the BA has triggered the sourcing.
• Responsible for component sourcing and supplier selection.
• Support final negotiations in conjunction with Category Management to ensure competitiveness.
• Ensure in time Supplier Component Review e.g. by organizing/inviting the meetings.
• Support cost Reduction Programs (CRP) for BA’s products after SOP.
• Achieve best cost structure for acquisitions and new projects.
• Drive digitalization initiatives within Purchasing by using data-driven tools to improve transparency and decision-making.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Power BI and PowerPoint to analyze supplier/material data and prepare clear, digital dashboards and presentations.

Qualifications

• University degree in Economics/Technical studies or relevant professional experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in Purchasing or project functions.
• Experience in working with international teams on purchasing issues.
• Understanding and capability to collaborate with different foreign cultures (NAFTA, Asia, several European cultures).
• Good command of English, both written and verbal.
• Communication skills including presentation and negotiation techniques.
• Technical understanding of specific components / products.
• Procurement Process and Product Life Cycle (PLC) knowledge.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (Pivot, PowerQuery, XLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Experience with Power BI for data visualization and reporting.
• Strong PowerPoint skills for creating structured, insightful presentations.
• Confidence in working with digital tools, dashboards and data-driven decision processes.

Additional Information

What we offer:
Pay for Performance:

• Achievement Bonuses and Rewards;
• Recommendation Bonuses for new team members;
• Flexibility Program including flexible hours, mobile work and sabbaticals.

Wellbeing:

• Health & Wellness (Private Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Sport activities etc.);
• Different discounts (glasses, tires, medical, shopping);
• In-house restaurant & coffee corners.

Life-Long Learning:

• Technical, Soft Skills & Leadership trainings;
• Dedicated Programs and Conferences;
• Free Language Courses (English, German, French etc);
• Access to e-learning platforms;
• Career development opportunities (local and international);
• Internal development communities (Experts, Agile Community of Practice, Artificial Intelligence etc).

Ready to take your career to the next level? The future of mobility isn’t just anyone’s job. ​Make it yours! ​Join AUMOVIO. Own What’s Next.​