Senior IT Buyer (m/f/d)

About The Team

Our team purchases complex and complicated items of materials, goods, services, and equipment based on detailed specifications according to established purchasing principles and procedures. We conduct price analyses and approve all purchasing requests.
ZF is a leading global technology company specializing in advanced automotive systems and IT solutions. Join our dynamic team in Plzeň and be part of a company that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
What can you look forward to as Senior IT Buyer (m/f/d):

• Oversee procurement needs through market research and strategic sourcing
• Driving profitability via negotiation and contract management
• Strengthen vendor relationships and ensure supply availability through sustainable risk management
• Lead the E2E procurement process for the Digital Solution Business Line optimizing costs, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring strategic alignment
• This role demands strong project management, cross-functional collaboration, and business partnership to support, enable, and deliver on key strategic priorities

Your profile as Senior IT Buyer (m/f/d):

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Management, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or a technical study (e.g., Engineering, IT)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or technology field (e.g., IT, Research & Development, Engineering)
• Experience in Digital Solutions, Software / IT procurement or technology-driven procurement is a plus
• E2E Procurement Process Coordination - Expertise in managing the entire procurement lifecycle, from needs identification to supplier selection, contracting, and performance monitoring
• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Ability to engage and align with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure seamless procurement execution
• Project Management & Execution - Strong capability to lead procurement projects, track progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery while optimizing costs and efficiency.
• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management - Proficiency in supplier evaluation, contract negotiations, and relationship management to secure reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable sourcing solutions
• Fluent in English, other languages (e.g. German, French, Spanish) are a plus

Why choose ZF:
Join us in our modern offices in the heart of Europe, working with cutting-edge technologies and a team of experts. Enjoy the stability of an international corporation with hybrid work options. 
Benefit from:

• Continuous training and development
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid model of work