Iot Connectivity Buyer

**Passionate people create exceptional things**

Did you know that the solutions we develop are a key part of most industries? Electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more.

We´re everywhere Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow.

Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning. Interested in being part of our team?

**Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.**

**Are you ready for an exciting opportunity in the world of IoT and digital services?**

Within the Service Division of Compressor Technique, we are committed to achieving optimal availability of components and services, ensuring our clients receive exceptional service. With our investments in IoT and digital acceleration, we are improving the industry by connecting compressors to the cloud, generating valuable data for service optimization and increased sales leads.

You will play an important part in our digital journey. You will manage supplier relationships for our IoT service product portfolio, encompassing hardware and software such as gateways, sensors, IoT connectivity platforms, and mobile communication agreements. As an important contributor, you will explore and improve supply chains, considering six pillars of purchasing excellence: total cost, quality, logistics, products and process development, contracting, and sustainability.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Develop a purchasing strategy aligned with our divisional targets, contributing to optimized customer service.
- Gain in-depth knowledge of several commodities, from electronics development and manufacturing to wireles communication protocols, mobile communications, and cloud platforms.
- Participate in projects related to aftermarket compressors and compressor rooms, ensuring project budgets and timelines are met.
- Source potential new suppliers by evaluating their commercial, technical, and supply chain capabilities, following our business code.
- Lead negotiations with suppliers for the renewal of supply agreements.
- Work on cost-saving and availability projects by conducting market benchmarking the supply base, and identifying value creation opportunities and supplier risks.
- Collaborate with Supplier Quality Assurance engineers to enhance supplier quality performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Evaluate logístical performance to safeguard on-time deliveries to our valued customers.

To excel in this role, you have a master's degree in engineering or business, or relevant experience in supply chain management. Fluency in English is necessary. You are passionate about innovation and technology, including sensors, gateways, cloud, and telecom platforms.

**What you can expect from us**

You will join an inclusive team of Buyers and Business Process Experts and report directly to the Team Leader.

You will work in an international and diverse environment with specialists from different disciplines. Our culture is rooted in Swedish values, which includes a family feeling, respect and diversity. We invest in our employees' development and well-being, and we provide a flexible work-life balance. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow. Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning.

You will have a comprehensive onboarding program, including guidance by a personal godmother/godfather. We offer an interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave and retirement benefits.

Home office is according company policy and location is in Antwerp. #LI-Hybrid

**Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice**

Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.