International, innovative, pioneering: We at BRP-Rotax are part of the global company BRP and we are passionate about moving the world's most exciting powersports vehicles. Technological progress and sustainable mobility are our drive. Are you ready to shape the future with us?
At BRP-Rotax, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading drive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development perspectives. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
For our dynamic Procurement Team in Gunskirchen, we are currently looking for an INDIRECT BUYER (m/f/d)
The selected candidate will act as the single point of contact for key suppliers, driving negotiations of commercial terms across multiple locations. In this role, s/he will develop and execute sourcing strategies for critical material and non-material categories, lead supplier selection and contracting, and collaborate closely with engineering, logistics, and production to align on business needs.
This role carries full authority to define and implement sourcing strategies across assigned categories, including commercial responsibility for supplier selection, negotiations, and contract finalization. You will drive cost optimization, approve sourcing plans within defined thresholds, and lead cross-functional teams while representing procurement in key decision bodies.
Working with the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) organizations, among the others, our Indirect Buyer will have the following responsibilities:
Own the sourcing strategy and supplier panel for assigned categories
Achieve proactive and reactive cost, quality, and delivery performance targets
Ensure early supplier involvement in product development projects
Drive supplier negotiations in alignment with commercial targets
Maintain supplier relationship management and lead business reviews
Identify and manage supply risks and ensure continuity of supply
Report sourcing status, KPIs, and risks to management regularly
Align purchasing strategy with product lifecycle, volume planning, and sustainability goals
Support Category Lead in strategy development
Support capacity management if requested
Qualifications
Strong and proven negotiation skills
Degree in business, engineering, or supply chain management
2 to 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management
Proven track record in direct or indirect material negotiations
Knowledge of commodities and cost drivers
Experience working with international suppliers and multi-site operations Fluent German and strong English skills; additional languages are a plus
Familiar with SAP or similar ERP systems
Confident communicator and relationship builder in various cultures
Willingness to travel for supplier visits or project coordination
We offer
You will receive an exciting position in an international company with many interesting benefits. The minimum salary for this position is EUR 60962.32 gross/year according to the very attractive collective agreement of the metal industry. An overpayment is possible, depending on your qualifications and experience.
Transforming mobility. Creating powertrain technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at BRP-Rotax, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier OEM in the global recreational and powersports industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at BRP-Rotax.
