Strategic Buyer (m/f/d) Graz-Umgebung Vollzeit 03.02.2026 Einkauf, Materialwirtschaft und Logistik Graz-Umgebung Vollzeit 03.02.2026 Einkauf, Materialwirtschaft und Logistik With the passion of our people, we contribute to a sustainable future by creating innovative products in e-mobility for our customers. Samsung SDI Battery Systems is a global technology leader in e-mobility. Together with our customers in the automotive industry, we develop, test and industrialize innovative Lithium-Ion Battery packs for hybrid and electric vehicles. The technology center of Samsung SDI Battery Systems is located in Kalsdorf, Austria, close to Graz. Your core responsibilities are: As a Strategic Buyer, you will continuously monitor supplier markets, identify trends and risks at an early stage, and provide deep expertise on cost structures and processes of your assigned components. You will be accountable to develop a strong and competitive supply base for the assigned components in alignment with global SCM strategy and close cooperation with internal stakeholders. You will supervise the supplier onboarding process from first contact up to supplier release and will establish strong partnerships with strategic supplier. As part of interdisciplinary expert teams, you will help to shape the future of e-mobility and play a key role in securing our company’s long-term goals. The motivated and committed team and the agile organizational set-up will give you the right environment to bring your visions alive and to continuously develop yourself. What you need is: Completed technical or commercial education 5 years of experience in purchasing (preferably in automotive industry) Solid expertise in commercial and contract law Deep experience in metal manufacturing processes (stamping, extrusion, casting) is a plus; willingness to build expertise in this area is essential Logical mindset combined with a structured manner of thinking Strong communication and negotiations skills Proactive, structured, and future-oriented way of working Our offer for you: With regard to the Austrian Equal Treatment Act, we offer the following annual gross remuneration (full time/38.5 hours) as a basis for negotiations for this position: EUR 65.000,- We also offer a market-standard overpayment depending on relevant work experience and qualifications. Our Benefits for you: Our most important resource? Our employees. We honor this with a multitude of benefits. Fun & Leisure Workplace & Infrastructure Sports & Health Culinary Delights Goodies Group Premiums & Bonuses Modern work environment in an European technology center for battery development and testing Have a say and think differently. In a team that lives the future. Let’s be social: This is where we can connect: Neli & Michaela E-Mail: Did not find the right job for you? Look at all open positions and find the job for you at Samsung SDI Battery Systems. Apply online now and simply upload your documents here!