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Rolls-Royce

Designs, manufactures, and services propulsion systems

Buyer

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeShanghai, ChinaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree or diploma in Engineering or a similar field, or equivalent qualifications.
  • At least 5 years of relevant work experience in purchasing, quality, and supply chain management.
  • Experience identifying and developing suppliers.
  • Good command of spoken and written English.
  • Proficiency with office software.
  • Good technical understanding.
  • General understanding of ISO 9001 standards.
  • Knowledge of standard business and contract terms.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Research procurement markets and follow supply chain trends in China and Asia Pacific.
  • Develop commodity strategies based on the global procurement strategy.
  • Develop regional procurement strategies based on the global production concept and regionally available goods and services.
  • Monitor worldwide market and price developments.
  • Identify suitable suppliers and invite them to tender.
  • Review supplier capabilities with the aim of establishing long-term cooperation.
  • Establish procurement alternatives and create competitive situations.
  • Evaluate and select suppliers.
  • Pre-audit suppliers and negotiate contracts and delivery terms for local purposes.
  • Negotiate contract forms and prices.
  • Conclude development contracts and cooperation agreements.
  • Conclude supply contracts.
  • Conduct procurement and price negotiations.
  • Conclude procurement and service agreements for investments.
  • Manage contracts with series suppliers.
  • Procure production material for the relevant location.
  • Procure components for trials, prototypes, and pre-production series, and follow up.
  • Ensure initial sample qualification.
  • Execute procurement activities in projects.
  • Procure non-production material for the site, handling it analogously to production material.
  • Negotiate and sign agreements for non-production material.
  • Align technical and commercial requirements regarding non-production material.
  • Sell and dispose of used commodities, including scrap and machines.
  • Negotiate leasing contracts for storage, offices, IT, company cars, and other items.
  • Negotiate utility contracts for electricity, water, and gas.
  • Resolve open issues between suppliers and development, quality management, and purchasing teams in Germany, the United States, APAC, and China.
  • Work on projects and within a team.
  • Organize regular meetings and follow up on different topics.
  • Write reports in English and conduct business communication in English.
  • Carry out other assignments as needed, including urgent tasks on a flexible schedule.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of MTU product spectrum; training can be provided.

About the Company

Rolls-Royce

Designs, manufactures, and services propulsion systems

Rolls-Royce Holdings plc designs, manufactures, and services complex power and propulsion systems for aerospace, marine, and industrial markets. Its offerings include aircraft engines, marine propulsion systems, and industrial gas turbines, paired with long-term maintenance, repair, and overhaul services under service agreements. The way its products work is by delivering integrated power and propulsion through high-performance engines and turbines, supported by ongoing maintenance to ensure reliability and efficiency. The company differentiates itself through deep engineering expertise across defense and civil sectors, an emphasis on integrated power systems, and a strong focus on long-term service contracts that provide recurring revenue and sustained performance. Its goal is to reduce environmental impact and improve operational efficiency for customers by advancing technology through research and development and delivering reliable, efficient power solutions.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1904

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