Senior Purchasing Specialist Direct

About the role

As our new Senior Purchasing Specialist, you'll be managing direct material purchasing activities and supplier relationships that ensure reliable, cost-effective supply for Grundfos's production operations. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you'll do

• As a key part of the Direct Procurement team, you'll create impact by negotiating competitive agreements and optimizing our supplier base to strengthen supply chain…
• Lead negotiations with key suppliers to secure optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms for direct materials
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with category plans and business objectives
• Manage supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to qualify new suppliers and materials

What you need

• 5–9 yrs of experience
• Procurement
• Supply chain
• Negotiation
• Logistics
• B.Tech or B.E. or BBA

Good to have

• SAP
• Data analysis
• ERP