At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER. Sourcing Group Leadbuyer (f/m/d) In this exciting role, you will take ownership of selected sourcing groups in the Hydraulics & Equipment category and act as the driving force for strategic procurement initiatives. As a central interface to suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will shape global sourcing strategies, optimize processes, and ensure long-term supplier performance. Join us and make a measurable impact on PALFINGER's global value chain. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Drive the development and implementation of global sourcing strategies for selected product and sourcing groups * Independently manage projects and ensure the professional steering of assigned procurement areas * Oversee supplier management from both technical and commercial perspectives * Conduct Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analyses to enable data-driven decisions * Actively contribute to process optimization initiatives within Strategic Procurement (Process Excellence) YOUR QUALIFICATIONS * Several years of professional experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or a comparable role (experience in hydraulics or technical procurement is a strong advantage) * Technical and/or commercial education (e.g., technical apprenticeship, HTL, technical college, university degree) * Strong IT user skills, ideally including SAP R/3, SAP S/4HANA and MS Office * Fluent English, both written and spoken; additional languages are a plus * Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with willingness to travel internationally WHAT WE OFFER * Flexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from home * Further training and international career opportunities * Corporate health management "PALfit" * Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidy * Job ticket for travel to and from PALFINGER * Numerous employee discounts through Corporate Benefits Minimum yearly gross salary according to the Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 53.241,02 based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conform overpayment. Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us