Experte External Production Supplier Management - Steelparts (m/w/d)

Komatsu Germany GmbH

Komatsu Germany is a subsidiary of the globally active Komatsu Group and is one of the most important companies in the construction machinery industry. As a global full-liner, we impress our customers not only with expertise and an innovative product range but also with exceptional flexibility and a strong customer focus. Komatsu Germany GmbH develops, produces, and distributes large hydraulic excavators for international open-cast mining at the Düsseldorf site.

Do you combine technical know-how with negotiation skills and enjoy international collaboration?

Then shape the future of our supply chain with us! In this diverse role, you will take responsibility for global supplier management – from selection and development to quality assurance. You will coordinate international projects, optimize processes, and ensure that our high-quality structural and welded components are manufactured worldwide on time and to the highest quality standards.

Your Responsibilities

Supplier Management & Development

• Independent selection, qualification, and development of (new) suppliers – especially for structural and welded components
• Conducting supplier audits (worldwide) to ensure quality, on-time delivery, and process reliability
• Training and instructing supplier employees on-site regarding processes, requirements, and quality standards – including new procedures

Cost & Project Management

• Commercial and technical development of suppliers to optimize costs and processes
• Contract review and (new) negotiations focusing on competitiveness and international benchmarks
• Leading and coordinating cross-functional projects (internal & external)

Quality Management & Component Inspection

• Inspection of externally manufactured parts according to technical standards (e.g., visual, ultrasonic, or crack testing)
• Initiation and implementation of corrective actions for quality deviations
• Creation, evaluation, and tracking of quality statistics

Production Monitoring & Order Processing

• Ensuring on-time series and sample production
• Independent order management, including bottleneck control and flexibility
• Documentation and reporting to internal and external stakeholders

Repair Instructions & Monitoring

• Support and monitoring of repairs on-site or at the supplier's facility
• Development and implementation of practical repair instructions in collaboration with specialist departments

Professional & Personal Requirements

• Completed degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering (Bachelor/Master) or a comparable qualification (alternatively: commercial/technical apprenticeship with relevant additional qualifications and many years of professional experience)
• At least 5 years of professional experience in technical and commercial supplier/project management
• Very good knowledge of contract law and negotiation skills
• Demonstrable welding knowledge (e.g., certified welding specialist or similar) and proficiency in reading technical drawings and quality assurance
• Fluent English (spoken and written)
• Analytical thinking, structured approach, and strong communication skills

What We Offer

Here, diverse personalities and nationalities work together harmoniously, as our inclusive corporate culture puts people at the center. True to our company motto "creating value together," we tackle challenges and drive change together. More than just a job awaits you here. Curious about what we offer?

Desire flexibility and freedom? State-of-the-art technology, partial mobile working, and the option of a 2-week workation per year enable you to work productively and flexibly.

Passionate about international collaboration? You will work with experts from different countries in our teams and experience intercultural exchange daily.

Motivated by exciting projects? We offer you the opportunity to work on cross-departmental projects and gain insights into various areas.

Balance and well-being? With WellPass, you have access to exclusive fitness and health offers to support you in your daily life.

Stay fit and active? Use our JobRad for sustainable mobility and play soccer with your future colleagues.

Your exclusive benefits? With our Corporate Benefits program, you secure vouchers and discounts at many attractive partner companies.

Security and stability? We offer you a secure and permanent position and strong conditions through the collective agreement of the metal and electrical industry in NRW.

Thinking about your future? With MetallRente, you secure attractive company pension plan benefits and think about tomorrow today.

Is team spirit important to you? Look forward to events such as our summer party, the joint Christmas barbecue, and departmental events.

We look forward to getting to know you! Please send us your complete application documents, stating your salary expectations and earliest possible start date.

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Experience the future and become a part of us!

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents.