Procurement Specialist

• Ensure implementation, maintenance and compliance of purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function
• Execute assigned activities according to ABB standard procedures
• Deliver and participate in training programs as required
• Manage Procurement Gate Model activities, arrange project procurement gate meetings, and create and maintain procurement-related project documents
• Coordinate procurement activities for Research and Development (R&D) projects
• Act as interface between technology and product management project teams and Business Line Procurement teams
• Execute purchasing and logistics strategies by optimizing supplier and product costs, quality and reliability
• Design and implement plans and strategies for local sourcing of products and materials
• Support effective local sourcing strategies aligned with business strategy
• Apply procurement standards, tools and processes, including supplier negotiations and contacts, to secure quality, delivery, cost and supplier sustainability compliance

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Procurement/Supply Chain or related field
• Solid technical understanding to work effectively between Procurement, Engineering and other teams
• Proven experience in Procurement
• Solid track record in supplier management and R&D project coordination
• Strong analytical skills for cost optimization, value chain analysis, and risk assessment
• Solid Project Management capabilities with experience in Agile Gate Model methodologies
• Effective negotiation and communication skills to work with engineers, suppliers, other stakeholders and Managers
• Demonstrated results in identifying and onboarding new cost-competitive suppliers
• Experience with Brand Labeling, ODM, OEM, JDM, EMS and manufacturing environments is an advantage

• Salary range, variable compensation and benefits package details shared with candidates progressing to the first interview stage for a European Union location
• Professional development through training programs
• Supportive and collaborative team environment