through training of Buyers worldwide + Develop cost reduction ideas through close collaboration with different functions within the organization + Generate total landed costs improvements through initialization of workshops at suppliers + Identify and execute cost optimizations within the commodities + Understand the tooling cost for bought-in components + Execute tooling audits and evaluate deviation between invoiced and KT estimated cost Qualifications What you'll need to succeed: + Pursuing a Bachelor's with a focus in Purchasing, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics + Business Experience in the Automotive Industry will be preferred + Knowledge in Value-, Design- and Price Analysis + Ideally Software Skills in Excel, ERP Systems - SAP, E-Matrix; Sharepoint, etc + Professional competencies required: Learning on the Fly, Compassion, Dealing with Ambiguity, Drive for Results, Organization Recruiting Timeline: Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. What awaits you + Be responsible for the cost analysis and cost understanding of main bought-in products + Ensure the understanding of component pricing within the organization + Assist Program Purchasing and Commodity Leads to understand costs associated with quality / part design / supply chain + Support innovative, cost-conscious solutions together with Purchasing, Engineering, Sales and other program functions + Write contracts for bought-in products and responsible for creating Purchase Orders and Scheduling Agreement + Drive use of cost estimation tools e.g.