Objective:Execute local Purchasing Requests:Identify best sourcing opportunity for non-production materials for the DPTS & DNEA local demand, which means: define supplier set, communicate with internal and external customers, ensure proper sourcing decision documentation (offer summary as well as P.O.)Enable synergies of local and export sourcing by open book comparisons Job Content: 1. Market research for China and other NEA NPM marketSupport NPM commodity selection 2. Interface between Customer (Business Unit of Daimler) and the Chinese supplier market 3. RFQ-process / recommendation for supplier nomination / create P.O.:Execute procurement SOP ,Support supplier screening and evaluation criteria developmentSupport supplier evaluation (decision based on appropriate IPS checklist) by Conducting/leading supplier visits (incl. results documentation and supplier evaluation)Prepare RFQ letter incl. sourcing package by collecting specs/drawings / terms and conditionsSend out RFQsManage RFQ process with suppliers and –if required- IPS Web lead buyersAnswer suppliers questionsObtain missing dataManage interfacesSupport / conduct negotiationsCreate offer summarySummarize findingsDevelop compelling recommendationDocument sourcing decision properlyEnsure that purchase requestor accept sourcing decision Create P.O.Ensure compliance policy4. Reporting / Monitoring of work:Show value-addition of the procurement organization by tracking captured savingsQualificationEducationUniversity / University of applied sciences (UAS) degreeExperienceAbout 4-5 years or above working experience in the field of non-production material sourcingAdvanced negotiation skills incl. strong competitive knowledge requiredExcellent knowledge of the Chinese markets for non-production materialsSourcing experience / seniorSpecific knowledgeBe able to work independently and self-motivated Excellent communication capabilities in Chinese & English, Data gathering and analysis capabilitiesStrong sense of confidentiality Excellent computer skills (Microsoft, Excel, Power point, SAP etc.)