Description

At Triathlon Group, we place great importance on achieving success as a team and offering our employees room for personal development. We value fair treatment of one another and promote a culture in which everyone—regardless of position or length of service—can contribute their ideas and initiatives. As a rapidly growing group of companies in the dynamic energy storage market with more than 1,600 employees at locations on three continents, we rely on agile working methods and offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities in an inclusive and equal environment.

The Senior Buyer – Battery Electronics is responsible for the efficient execution of procurement strategies for electronic components and systems to ensure cost competitiveness, supply continuity and technological alignment with business needs. The role combines tactical procurement execution with strategic supplier management and cross-functional collaboration. The role requires strong analytical skills, market knowledge of electronics, proficiency in ERP systems, and effective communication.

Key activities and responsibilities of this role include:

Develop and execute sourcing strategy for Electronic boards, Electronic components, Battery Management Systems and electronic application

Develop and maintain expert knowledge of the electronics industry, market trends, and the specific components being procured
Manage continuous cost reduction and material risks to improve availability and reduce supply chain disruptions for suppliers in our portfolio.

Liaise with internal teams e.g. R&D, Product for exploring potential suppliers and / or for certain projects based on customers’ requests

Execute tenders and purchase materials for company’s plants & R&D projects according to engineering specifications, price, quality, lead time, reliability, ESG, production & distribution capabilities

Collaborate with MRP to carry out all necessary arrangements for the proper delivery of goods and follows up accordingly

Negotiate contracts with suppliers for pricing, payment, delivery time plans terms with suppliers to achieve terms that are in the company’s best interest

Monitor inventory requests and production schedule to coordinate purchasing activities with company’s current and anticipated demand of materials

Monitor and ensure the efficient resolution of issues related to delayed supply and/or improper quality of the incoming materials

Conduct suppliers’ evaluation according to company’s required standards and contract terms

Assist in driving continuous improvement in purchasing processes and systems, ensuring adherence to policies and ethical practices.

Create reports for the management team according to procurement procedures

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management. Business Administration
Minimum 5 or even 7 yearsof experience in a relevant role with specific focus in electronics
Fluency in English (both verbal & written) is a must
Technical knowledge of the main electronic components, good understanding of electronics supply chain, market trend and dynamics
Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Strong analytical skills to interpret market data, make informed purchasing decisions, and resolve complex supply issues.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and negation skills, with the ability to discuss electrical products with knowledge and experience
Proactive mindset, decision-making ability, and strong team spirit with high adaptability

Benefits

A motivated company with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes.

Permanent employment contract.
Personal support and advice from a dedicated contact person at your branch.
Stable working environment in an international company.
Fair pay and company benefits.
A modern working environment with high-quality technical equipment.

Does this sound like you, and are you interested in a varied range of tasks? Then apply now!

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