Filtration Buyer - German speaker (Fixed term)

Join Eaton, a global leader where equality and inclusivity are at the heart of our mission. Here, everyone is valued and belongs. Be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions, making a tangible impact on the world. We empower our customers to manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical energy more effectively, safely, and sustainably. At Eaton, we're dedicated to enhancing quality of life and protecting the environment with our innovative energy management technologies and services.
Our EMEA Business Service Center (BSC) in Budapest is Eaton's largest office in the region. With a diverse team of over 700 people, representing 40+ nationalities and speaking 20+ languages, the BSC is the central hub for business services. It empowers seamless operations and drives exceptional results across our electrical, industrial, and corporate teams. We are proud to be a Disability Friendly Workplace, ensuring an inclusive environment for all our employees.

What you'll do:

The Buyer is responsible for revision of purchase requisitions, order placement, negotiation, supplier follow-up, measurement, and control of supplier performance.

Responsibilities:
• Sourcing new potential suppliers
• New supplier set up and updating supplier name, bank details, terms etc.
• Supplying process audits (new suppliers / current suppliers)
• Inquiring quotations, price comparing, bargains, reporting
• Control inventory impact by analyzing MOQ vs consumption
• Runs, analyzes and report causes with action plan for price variances (PPV)
• Maintain MRP health by aligning purchase order dates and managing purchase order quantities
• Run and respond to daily MRP report (Place PO, Reschedule In, Reschedule Out, Cancels, Late PO's)
• Resolve PO/Invoice discrepancies in a timely manner
• Process supplier related RMA's
• Track progression of purchase orders, investigate factors that affect schedules, and modify plans as necessary
• Following the required processes for implementing new parts (starting tool make, initial sampling process, implementing)
• Making and putting purchasing orders (PO) according to monthly sales forecasts and production plans.
• Following the purchasing part prices by cost breakdowns.
• Negotiate price increases and submit price increase request using SPIR process
• Following up nonconforming products
• Expedite critical orders throughout the supply chain, works with divisional supply chain team for escalations.
• Inform management of potential production problems and assist in the implementation of both short- and long-term solutions.
• Continuous improvement studies about purchasing parts (savings, quality improvement)
• Current supplier's performance evaluations
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience of Supply Chain Management operational concepts surrounding purchasing, logistics, incoming product inspection and inventory control

Skills:

- Project management experience in a business environment
- Demonstrated use of negotiation techniques and tactics
- Proficiency with computers including MS Office (Excel) and ERP systems
- Willingness to learn to decipher technical data to make purchasing decisions
- Basic knowledge of financial accounting
- Ability to communicate - written and verbal in both German & English Language
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others
- Demonstrated ability to support a cross-functional team
- Possesses talent to resolve business challenges and influence others

What We Offer:
• Wide range of Employee Benefits: Hybrid work model, Annual bonus, Cafeteria, Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Eye-glass refund, AYCM partnership, Internal reward system (E-Stars)
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Access comprehensive support programs designed to enhance your overall wellbeing
• Family Friendly: Enjoy a family-friendly environment with policies that support work-life balance
• Talent Management and Career Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth, with a strong focus on internal mobility, continuous learning, and peer coaching
• Dog-Friendly: Bring your furry friend to work in our dog-friendly office
• Dedicated Spaces: Utilize our family room, multi-prayer room, stretching room, and chill room for your comfort and convenience
• Company Yoga Sessions: Participate in regular yoga sessions to stay fit and relaxed
• Social Responsibility:Join a socially responsible organization committed to making a positive impact
• Employee Appreciation Day: Celebrate with us on Employee Appreciation Day, recognizing your hard work and contributions

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.