08/08/2026 updated
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Senior buyer & procurement specialist
Moss, Norway
Worldwide
Master Degree, Quality of Production, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, 2012About me
Senior procurement and supply chain professional with 10+ years of international experience across robotics, automotive, medtech/medical and electronics manufacturing industries.
SAP SCMSAP SRMSupply Chain ManagementStrategic SourcingVendor-Managed InventorySupplier Performance ManagementManaging Suppliers
Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
Over 10 years of experience in strategic procurement and global sourcing across robotics, automotive, medtech and electronics manufacturing industries. Management of sourcing portfolios with annual spend exceeding multi-million-euro volumes, including RFQ preparation, supplier nomination and SOP ownership.
Supplier Management & Negotiation
Extensive background in supplier development, relationship management, negotiation and escalation handling. Proven track record of delivering cost improvements of 4-8% through competitive RFQ execution, supplier benchmarking and procurement optimization initiatives.
Project Purchasing & NPI Support
Strong expertise in project purchasing for international automotive OEM/Tier-1 projects and innovative medtech startups. Support of NPI activities, prototype sourcing, production ramp-ups, PPAP/APQP processes and Design-to-Cost initiatives.
Cost Optimization & TCO Analysis
Application of Total Cost of Ownership analysis and cost reduction strategies to achieve purchasing targets and support Design-to-Cost initiatives across mechanical and electromechanical sourcing packages.
Supply Chain Coordination & Risk Mitigation
Coordination of logistics, shipment activities and inventory monitoring to ensure supply continuity. Participation in supply chain risk mitigation, alternate sourcing activities and EOL management.
Quality Management (PPAP, 8D, ISO, VDA)
Knowledge and practical application of quality management standards including PPAP, APQP, 8D, ISO and VDA 6.3 process auditing in automotive and manufacturing environments.
ERP & Procurement Systems
Hands-on experience with ERP and procurement tools including SAP, IFS, Jira, Odoo, Confluence and Power BI for procurement analytics, purchase order management and supply chain coordination.
Cross-functional Collaboration
Close cooperation with engineering, quality, product management and manufacturing teams to align sourcing activities with project requirements and production readiness milestones.
Technical Drawing Interpretation
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications for mechanical, electronic and electromechanical components to support sourcing and supplier communication activities.
Over 10 years of experience in strategic procurement and global sourcing across robotics, automotive, medtech and electronics manufacturing industries. Management of sourcing portfolios with annual spend exceeding multi-million-euro volumes, including RFQ preparation, supplier nomination and SOP ownership.
Supplier Management & Negotiation
Extensive background in supplier development, relationship management, negotiation and escalation handling. Proven track record of delivering cost improvements of 4-8% through competitive RFQ execution, supplier benchmarking and procurement optimization initiatives.
Project Purchasing & NPI Support
Strong expertise in project purchasing for international automotive OEM/Tier-1 projects and innovative medtech startups. Support of NPI activities, prototype sourcing, production ramp-ups, PPAP/APQP processes and Design-to-Cost initiatives.
Cost Optimization & TCO Analysis
Application of Total Cost of Ownership analysis and cost reduction strategies to achieve purchasing targets and support Design-to-Cost initiatives across mechanical and electromechanical sourcing packages.
Supply Chain Coordination & Risk Mitigation
Coordination of logistics, shipment activities and inventory monitoring to ensure supply continuity. Participation in supply chain risk mitigation, alternate sourcing activities and EOL management.
Quality Management (PPAP, 8D, ISO, VDA)
Knowledge and practical application of quality management standards including PPAP, APQP, 8D, ISO and VDA 6.3 process auditing in automotive and manufacturing environments.
ERP & Procurement Systems
Hands-on experience with ERP and procurement tools including SAP, IFS, Jira, Odoo, Confluence and Power BI for procurement analytics, purchase order management and supply chain coordination.
Cross-functional Collaboration
Close cooperation with engineering, quality, product management and manufacturing teams to align sourcing activities with project requirements and production readiness milestones.
Technical Drawing Interpretation
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications for mechanical, electronic and electromechanical components to support sourcing and supplier communication activities.
Languages
GermanBasic knowledgeEnglishFluent
Project history
Managed procurement activities for robotics production and manufacturing operations for electronics and mechanical parts. Supported sourcing and procurement activities with annual spend exceeding 5M EUR. Coordinated sourcing and supplier communication for critical production components. Worked closely with Global Supply Managers, engineering and manufacturing teams. Supported NPI activities, prototype sourcing and production ramp-ups. Managed purchase orders, supplier deliveries and escalation handling. Supported inventory optimization and supply continuity. Coordinated logistics and shipment activities. Participated in supply chain risk mitigation and alternate sourcing activities. Maintained strong supplier relationships focused on quality, transparency and delivery reliability.
Sourced technologies, electronic and mechanical components and suppliers for innovative med-tech products. Managed sourcing activities from concept phase through serial production. Cooperated with engineering, quality and product management teams. Led supplier communication and supplier relationship management. Supported supplier process setup and manufacturing readiness. Managed risk mitigation related to EOL, supply chain disruptions and technical changes. Coordinated sourcing workstreams and project purchasing activities. Supported project management and procurement process optimization.
Managed project purchasing activities for international automotive projects including rear combination lamps, lighting systems and launch programs for Tesla, Volvo, VW Group and Stellantis. Supported and coordinated procurement activities connected with multi-million-euro automotive projects. Coordinated sourcing activities across multiple development and production locations. Led RFQ preparation and supplier nomination processes. Supported Design-to-Cost initiatives and TCO optimization. Coordinated pre-series procurement and prototype sourcing. Managed purchasing escalations and supplier performance topics. Supported PPAP and APQP related procurement activities. Participated in global purchasing process standardization initiatives.