Company Description

Since its spin-off in September 2025 AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector Automotive as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide-ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. This includes sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software-defined vehicles. In the fiscal year 2024 the business areas, which now belong to AUMOVIO, generated sales of 19.6 billion Euro. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and has about 87.000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide.

Job Description

We are looking for you as a Category Purchaser - Forging (m/f/diverse) to support our area Safety and Motion at the location Frankfurt/Headquarter.

• Contributing to the design and end-to-end implementation of global category strategies
• Leading complex sourcing projects—from initial supplier selection and sourcing concept definition to high-stakes price negotiations and final contract execution
• Conducting annual price negotiations and maintaining a continuous benchmarking cycle to ensure market leadership
• Identifying new market players (Supplier Scouting) and driving supplier development programs to secure long-term competitive advantages
• Proactively identifying and executing cost-reduction initiatives without compromising on quality or resilience
• Acting as the ultimate point of contact and "highest instance" for all critical supplier-related escalations

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Business Administrations, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong experience in strategic procurement/category management, within a complex corporate environmen, preferably in the automotive industry
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems
• Fluent in English and German (both written and spoken)
• Analytical, data-driven mindset with proven problem-solving skills
• Ability to clearly present complex topics to TOP management
• High quality standards, proactive attitude, and strong communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Additional Information

Ready to take your career to the next level? The future of mobility isn’t just anyone’s job. ​Make it yours! Join AUMOVIO. Own What’s Next.

Bereitgestellt in Kooperation mit der Bundesagentur für Arbeit.