AVL is one of the world's leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and in other sectors.

Buyer (f/m)

AVL is the largest supplier of measurement devices for automotive OEMs worldwide. We are creating an Industrialization team in Zagreb which will collaborate with established R&D and Industrialization teams in Zagreb/Graz which bring power converters (battery cell testing, dyno) to the market. We need your support in ensuring efficient, timely and cost effective sourcing of products and services to our departments.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Responsibility for the purchase-to-pay process (P2P), including determining requirements, managing orders and checking invoices
•    Conducting tenders, negotiating conditions and awarding procurement positions
•    Ensuring timely deliveries, managing orders and delivery risk, clarifying invoice discrepancies and handling complaints
•    Maintenance and administration of purchasing data in SAP, SRM and other tools (e.g. material and supplier master data, negotiation results)
•    Monitor and enforce purchase order terms, ensuring compliance with contracts, legal requirements, and company policies
•    Building/maintaining supplier relationships in accordance with laws & AVL compliance guidelines
•    Collaboration with project teams and suppliers on optimising procurement processes and identifying process improvements with the aim to increase efficiency & reduce cost
•    Prepare periodic reports related to purchasing projects & present to stakeholders
 

YOUR PROFILE:

•    Bachelor / Master degree in engineering, business or comparable (MBA)  
•    Experience in procurement process software tools (SAP experience is an advantage)
•    Outgoing personality with good communication skills (teamwork is our core value)
•    2+ years of relevant experience for Buyer (5+ for Senior position)
•    Negotiating skills, assertive communication style, solution-oriented approach
•    Initiative and commitment
•    Readiness for travel to supplier sites & HQ (up to 10% worktime annually for Buyer, 20% for Senior) 
•    Proficiency in English and Croatian, willingness to learn German (German skills are a bonus)
•    Drivers license B category for Senior position and bonus for Buyer. 
 

WE OFFER:

•    Possibility to develop within technical buyer role in Automotive electrification business
•    Guidance of experienced peers in Graz, proximity of R&D in Zagreb
•    Transparent, inclusive and nonhierarchical work culture
•    Continuous development, people in focus, home office option 
•    40h work week, Bonus policy, holiday & Christmas benefits
•    Multisport, flexible workhours (9-15h core time)

If you are eager to work in an international environment, you appreciate a relaxed atmosphere and great compensation packages, and you want to broaden your knowledge while thriving on challenges, apply now!