Job Description

LEONI is a global leading provider of products, solutions and services for energy and data management in the automotive industry. With around 95,000 employees in 23 countries and consolidated sales of EUR 3.9 billion in 2025, we are a leading supplier of complex wiring systems and customer‑specific cable harnesses.

We believe that meaningful connections — between people, technologies, and ideas — are key to innovation and success. That is why at LEONI, you will become part of a diverse and international team working together to shape the future of mobility: from autonomous driving to alternative powertrains and smart charging solutions.

Since 2025, we have been part of the Luxshare Group, a global technology company headquartered in China. Together, we are shaping the future of mobility.

Join us and help drive the transformation of the automotive world.

For more information about LEONI, please visit our website: www.leoni.sk

Join LEONI's Global Non-Production Purchasing team and take ownership of strategic procurement activities within the area of Contract Logistics. As a Senior Purchasing Specialist, you will manage global sourcing initiatives, lead commercial negotiations with logistics service providers, develop warehousing cost models, and drive category optimization across our international organization. Working closely with global stakeholders and suppliers, you will contribute to cost efficiency, operational excellence and the continuous development of LEONI's logistics network.

What will be your responsibilities?

• Develop and execute benchmarks and strategies to independently manage global Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Quotation (RFQs), including supplier communication, offer evaluation and commercial comparison
• Develop and maintain warehousing cost models to validate supplier quotations and ensure transparency and competitiveness of logistics costs
• Lead commercial and contractual negotiations with logistics service providers to secure optimal pricing, service levels and contractual conditions
• Manage the Contract Logistics category by identifying opportunities for cost optimization, supplier consolidation and continuous process improvement
• Build, maintain and further develop Purchasing databases to support supplier management, cost analysis and category reporting
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business requirements and strategic objectives
• Analyze market developments and recommend improvements to strengthen procurement efficiency and supplier performance
• Contribute to the continuous development and standardization of Purchasing processes, tools and best practices across the organization

Qualifications

What do we expect from you?

• University degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Economics or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in Contract Logistics, ideally within an international automotive environment
• Minimum 3 years of experience in warehousing cost calculation, preferably in the automotive industry (experience with wire harnesses is an advantage)
• Strategic Purchasing background in Logistics with experience in supplier negotiations is an advantage
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with confidence in working with complex cost models and financial data
• Proven experience in creating, maintaining and analyzing databases
• Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is an advantage
• Fluent English (minimum B2 level); additional European languages are an advantage

What qualities do we value in you?

• Care: You work with precision and ensure accuracy in cost calculations, commercial evaluations and contractual documentation.
• Goal-oriented mindset: You proactively identify opportunities to optimize costs, improve supplier performance and deliver measurable business value.
• Responsibility: You take ownership of strategic procurement activities, negotiate confidently and ensure high-quality execution.
• Collaboration: You build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders and external logistics partners to achieve sustainable procurement solutions.
• Respect: You communicate professionally, negotiate fairly and foster long-term partnerships built on mutual trust.

Additional Information

Financial Benefits:

• 13th salary upon achieving agreed targets
• 4% contribution to the Supplementary Pension Scheme (3rd pillar)
• Financial bonuses (for commuting, improvement suggestions, employee referrals, etc.)
• Rewards for various milestones (wedding, childbirth, years of service, blood donation, etc.)
• Regular salary increases

Working Conditions & Flexibility:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 4 extra days off (so-called sick days)
• Flexible working hours
• Subsidized meals in a company restaurant/canteen
• Home office according to internal policies

Educational Activities & Health Support:

• Language learning
• SEDUO – e-learning education platform
• Participation in conferences and workshops
• Health days and vitamin packages
• Personal development in various areas with career growth opportunities

Additional Benefits:

• Discount benefits (Cafeteria Edenred program, LEONI IT bazaar, etc.)
• Material gifts (welcome package, LEONI branded items, etc.)
• Company events and team activities

Basic gross guaranteed salary: 2200 EUR/Brutto

The final salary may be higher than the advertised minimum and will be determined individually based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and the requirements of the position.

People of all genders are always meant equally; for linguistic simplification and better readability, only the masculine form is used in the text.

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LEONI Wiring Systems Slovakia, spol. s r.o.