Category buyer

Do you want to help solve the world's most pressing challenges? Feeding the world's growing population and slowing climate change are two of the world's greatest challenges. AGCO is a part of the solution! Join us to make your contribution. 

AGCO is looking to hire candidates for the position of Category Buyer. 

This position is responsible for implementing the overall sub-commodity strategy defined with and under the supervision of the Category Manager.  

Your Impact 

• Develop and manage relationships with suppliers under direct responsibilities and be the "one face" to the supplier for requirements from all AGCO locations  

• Reach Cost savings targets, support process improvement initiatives and ensure cost management avoiding cost divergences and Source timely and cost effectively new components as part of NPI process 

• Identify best sources for part quotation, develop and execute RFQ to support on time/cost/delivery requirements, selecting best supplier for every necessity ensuring local and global alignment prior to sourcing approval;  

• Conduct negotiations with suppliers on specific terms and LTAs (Long Term Agreements) and contribute to sub-categories strategy development and implementation within the category team  

• Develop purchase bids for multiple projects while interacting with internal customers (engineering, quality, logistics, manufacturing, aftersales, project managers, etc.) 

Your Experience and Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferably), Business Administration or any other business area  

• Fluent in English is the minimum requirement, good structured communication  

• Negotiation, experience in Purchasing; hands on and result driven  

• At least basic understanding of technical drawings and specifications 

• Proficient user of MS Office applications, especially Excel; knowledge of SAP would be an asset 

Your Benefits 

• GLOBAL DIVERSITY – Diversity means many things to us, different brands, cultures, nationalities, genders, generations – even variety in our roles. You make us unique! 

• ENTERPRISING SPIRIT- Every role adds value. We're committed to helping you develop and grow to realize your potential. 

• POSITIVE IMPACT – Make it personal and help us feed the world. 

• INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES - You can combine your love for technology with manufacturing excellence – and work alongside teams of people worldwide who share your enthusiasm. 

• MAKE THE MOST OF YOU – Benefits include health care and wellness plans and flexible and virtual work options... 

Your Workplace  

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives. 

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now! 

Please note that this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, responsibilities, or benefits and may change at any time with or without notice. 

AGCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.