Freudenberg Group

Operational Buyer

Freudenberg Group  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

  • Execute end-to-end procurement operations in alignment with P2P standards, including purchase order creation, order confirmations, and invoice verification
  • Monitor order fulfillment by tracking delivery dates and proactively following up with suppliers
  • Implement commodity sourcing strategies in partnership with Commodity Buyers and provide supplier performance feedback
  • Manage service priorities by addressing critical demand and escalating supply or supplier issues as needed
  • Resolve supplier-related issues, including late deliveries and material shortages, and coordinate corrective actions
  • Expedite materials and ensure timely resolution of urgent supply chain disruptions
  • Maintain accurate procurement data in SAP, including master data, pricing, lead times, and supplier records
  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, optimizing demand bundling, and enhancing procurement workflows

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist is preferred
  • Strong knowledge of negotiations, sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and supplier development
  • Proven ability to manage supplier performance and build strategic relationships
  • Experience working in a structured procurement environment, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting
  • Experience in SAP or other ERP systems
  • Ability to work onsite

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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About Freudenberg Group

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with its partners, customers and research institutions, the Freudenberg Group develops leading-edge technologies and excellent products and services for about 40 markets and for thousands of applications: seals, vibration control components, technical textiles, filters, specialty chemicals, medical products and the most modern cleaning products.

Strength of innovation, strong customer orientation, diversity, and team spirit are the cornerstones of the Group. The 175-year-old company holds strong to its core values: a commitment to excellence, reliability and pro-active, responsible action.

In 2024, the Freudenberg Group employed more than 52,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than €11.95 billion.

Learn more about us and visit our digital home at freudenberg.com and read the stories that make us Freudenberg.​

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Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Weinheim, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
freudenberg.com
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