Strategic Technical Buyer Job Details | Sulzer

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Strategic Technical Buyer - Full Time - Burgos, Spain

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Join our Procurement team in Burgos (Spain) as a Strategic Technical Buyer to help us take the Operations Team to the next level.

Responsibilities Lead the procurement of materials, products and services within budget and timescales, adhering to Sulzer Policies and procedures.

Identify and mitigate contract risks conducting deep negotiations with key suppliers.

Support Sales & Tendering teams in cost reduction efforts ensuring proper terms and conditions are flown down to suppliers.

Prepare technical and commercial evaluation sheets ensuring compliance to all requirements and like to like throughout panel of vendors.

Ensure timely delivery of purchased supplies meeting project and production requirements with the required quality

Expedite activities of suppliers and internal departments to support engineering and production progress.

Communicate and escalate risks to delivery dates and production schedules.

Maintain updated data on the ERP system for assigned responsibilities.

Identify, document and communicate lessons learned to all relevant stakeholders according to Sulzer Spain procedures

Establish working relationships with vendors to strengthen business and support company strategies.

Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers

Explore alternate sources for goods and materials

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and business performance, adding value to the company.

Balance tactical execution with strategic initiatives to drive cost reduction projects.

Qualifications Mechanical knowledge (rotating machinery, materials, manufacturing processes)

Good at persuading and negotiating.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.

Teamwork oriented with excellent teambuilding skills

Proven ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with various departments, both inside and outside the local organization.

Adaptability : Capable to work in a continuous changing environment

Holds accountability for individual performance and outcomes

At least 3 years’ experience in Contract management

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.

Fluent in English is a must

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)

Availability to travel within Spain and abroad

What we offer A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.

Restaurant tickets

Permanent contract.

Accident insurance.

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

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