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Katowice (Silesian Voivodeship), Wrocław (Woiwodschaft Niederschlesien), Szczecin (West Pomeranian Voivodeship) — thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions GmbH

Type of contract:Full-time, Permanent
Experience level:Professionals
Remote work:Hybrid
Job field:Supply Chain
Status:Ongoing recruitment, entry date flexible
Posting date:2026/05/10
Job number:DE_RS_18290
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Your responsibilities

  • You are responsible for the strategic direction of the assigned commodity groups for tk AB worldwide, as well as for implementing global, sustainable procurement strategies
  • You participate in final negotiations for key sourcing decisions within your assigned commodity groups together with the project buyer
  • Drive sustainable optimization of procurement costs and continuously improve procurement processes by applying appropriate measures and tools, such as value analysis
  • You establish a detailed understanding of cost structures for your assigned commodity groups and actively use this knowledge to optimize procurement costs
  • Develop and implement a portfolio management approach for assigned commodities
  • Create and execute a Best Cost Country (BCC) sourcing strategy
  • Effectively group orders and quantities to achieve your savings and cost-reduction targets
  • Lead and support final negotiations in close collaboration with project procurement
  • Ensure compliance with defined procurement processes and standards
  • Manage supplier escalations in accordance with the agreed escalation matrix
  • Collaborate closely with Supplier Quality Development (SQD)
  • Work closely with key contacts in Germany, primarily via digital channels

Your profile

  • You hold a university degree (at least a Bachelor's; Master's or Diploma is an advantage), preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or a completed vocational training supplemented by further qualification as a technician
  • You have several years of professional experience in project and supplier management, preferably in the automotive industry
  • You have very good command of English (German is an advantage)
  • You think and work analytically, in a structured and independent manner; you demonstrate strong assertiveness and a confident, professional presence
  • You have a solid understanding of commercial and technical interrelationships
  • You have a confident demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent communication and persuasion abilities
  • You are proficient in MS Office and SAP with strong presentation and facilitation skills
  • You are highly resilient and capable of handling conflict
  • You are willing and eager to travel internationally
  • You are comfortable working in virtual, cross-location teams; relevant experience is an advantage

Your benefits

At thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions you will find international teams and a wide range of exciting projects.

Are you interested? Then please apply via our online application system.

Additional benefits

  • MyBenefit Cafeteria platform - /Multisport
  • German language classes
  • Life insurance
  • Hybrid work - remote working is possible two days a week
  • Flexible working hours

Contact

thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions

Anna Chrostowska

People Manager

+49 172 130 8199

anna.chrostowska@thyssenkrupp-automotive.com

Important to us

Health and Wellness

Health & Safety

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Pension and Retirement

Pension

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Collaboration

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Professional Development

Development

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Compensation and Salary

Compensation & benefits

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Creative and Innovation

Creative leeway

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

Vacation and Time Off

Vacation and paid time off

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Sustainability and Environment

Sustainability

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

Onboarding and Training

Onboarding

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

We value diversity

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

Company

thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions is a business unit of the Automotive Technology segment of thyssenkrupp AG. As an integrated body construction specialist, the company offers project business including plant engineering, toolmaking and prototype construction as well as the series production of body components from a single source. By utilizing the extensive synergies between these areas, Automotive Body Solutions is the leading contact for all aspects of bodywork.

From receiving your documents to acceptance: the application process

Step 1

Online application

Have you found an interesting vacancy? Then apply online. You won’t need more than 10 minutes. The entire application process – from initial contact to response – usually takes between four and six weeks.

Step 2

Receipt of your application

You will receive confirmation that we have received your application – within a few minutes if you apply online; it may take a couple of days if you apply by email. Our recruiters check your application documents and get in touch with you. For some positions we will conduct a preliminary telephone interview with you.

Step 3

Review by functional department

Our recruiter submits a preliminary selection of candidates to the specialist department for consideration. The department will then look closely to check whether your qualifications meet the requirements of the job.

Step 4

Interview

If you are a suitable candidate for the job, we’d like to get to know you personally in an interview with the specialist department and HR. If you or we need more time, we'll invite you to a second interview.

Step 5

The offer

Once we have agreed the contractual details, we will send you an employment contract. We will of course also let you know if your application is not successful.

Step 6

Starting out with us

Finally the time has come: welcome to thyssenkrupp!

Step 7

Onboarding

When you sign your contract you take your first step into one of the world’s biggest companies. We’re there to support you – right from the start.

Notes on application

You will have submitted your online application to thyssenkrupp in no time! As long as the position is available on our career page, you have the opportunity to apply.

We have adapted the application process to the current situation and conduct our interviews by video (not in the U.S.), telephone and also personally - in compliance with the applicable and necessary distance and hygienic rules. You will receive detailed information on this topic from our recruiting experts during the application process, while you can find general information and application tips here finden.

Further information about thyssenkrupp, our products and locations can be found directly on the company website.

We wish you every success with your application and stay healthy!

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