SCM Engineering Specialist, 80-100 % (f/m/d)
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Job description
Join us as an SCM Engineering Specialist to bridge key teams! Enjoy a collaborative work environment with growth opportunities. Tasks Coordinate SCM activities in product development projects effectively. Act as a link between Engineering, R&D, and Supply Chain Management. Translate engineering needs into sourcing solutions and strategies. Skills Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain Management or related field required. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills needed. Experience in supplier management and cost optimization essential. About the job The opportunity As an SCM Engineering Specialist, you will act as the key link between Engineering, R&D, Supply Chain Management, Category Management, and Suppliers. You will ensure that supply chain considerations are integrated into the product development process, enabling optimized sourcing decisions, cost competitiveness, material availability, and successful product launches. You will coordinate SCM activities in development projects, translate engineering requirements into sourcing solutions, and contribute to the selection of suppliers, materials, and logistics concepts that support business objectives. How you’ll make an impact Coordinate SCM work packages and activities within R&D and product development projects. Act as the interface between project teams and SCM stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment. Own SCM project documentation and ensure timely submission of deliverables for gate approvals. Provide input on costs, lead times, quality, and supply chain risks to support project decision-making. Collaborate with Category Managers and Supplier Quality teams to identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers and sourcing concepts. Translate engineering requirements into SCM requirements and drive the necessary sourcing activities. Support the implementation of regional and global sourcing strategies. Ensure SCM readiness for product releases, including knowledge transfer and handover to operational teams. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, best practice sharing, and SCM process optimization. Your background Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Several years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement Engineering, Category Management, or Project Management. Experience supporting R&D, product development, or industrialization projects in a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of supplier management, sourcing strategies, and cost optimization. Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into effective sourcing solutions. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination skills. Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage. More about us Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
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