Procurement Specialist

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to support business objectives
• Drive supply base optimization and supply chain strategies in procurement strategies
• Perform and lead in a variety of procurement and material management activities that include supplier quotations, supplier selection, cost negotiations, lead time management, material purchasing and planning, sub-contractor management, supplier performance evaluation, safety stock management, inventory planning and management, business continuity planning, part expediting, delivery and payment resolution
• Conduct cost analysis to support decision making for existing, new projects and initiatives
• Establish strong collaboration and develop partnership with product management, engineering, marketing, service, strategic sourcing manager to formulate strategies surrounding all products for supplier engagement and total internal buy-in to win customer orders and close deals
• Provide input on risk mitigation, business continuity, cost management and operation strategies

• Bachelors or Master Degree in Business Administration or equivalent with experience in strategic procurement
• Fluent in written and spoken German is a must-requirement
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Strong teamwork skills in collaborating with suppliers, partner legal compliance and internationally based teams
• Possess knowledge of total cost ownership analysis, risk management, responsible sourcing and supplier relations management
• Excellent analytic skills and detailed oriented
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities
• Strong in project management skills
• Creative, fast and able to adapt changes and challenges and transform and identify new opportunities

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***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***