Global Strategic Buyer

About the Role

As a Global Strategic Buyer, you will take responsibility for strategic procurement for DermLite and FotoFinder suppliers as part of the Global Procurement team.

A key focus of the role is the management of existing suppliers in China and the further development of the Asian supplier base. In addition, you will support sourcing activities in the US and Mexico, strengthen supplier performance, manage indirect procurement for the US entities, and develop supplier-side replenishment strategies together with Operations.

You will report to the Head of Purchasing, based in Germany.

Your Responsibilities

• Managing and developing existing suppliers in China for DermLite and FotoFinder, leading supplier negotiations using your Mandarin language skills and understanding of Chinese business culture as well as developing the Asian supplier footprint.
• Developing sourcing opportunities in the US and Mexico, considering total landed cost, resilience, and commercial strategy when evaluating local supply.
• Strengthening supplier relationships and performance through supplier qualification, audit participation, follow-up, and performance management.
• Take responsibility for indirect procurement for DermLite and FotoFinder US, including sourcing, supplier negotiations, commercial terms and cost optimization.
• Work closely with Operations on supplier-side replenishment planning, including lead-time assumptions, reorder points, and safety-stock inputs. Operational inventory execution remains with Operations.

Your Profile

• 3 to 5 years of experience in strategic procurement and sourcing
• Proven experience in China supplier management and negotiations
• Strong understanding of Chinese business culture
• Mandarin Chinese proficiency
• Experience in electronics, EMS, CNC, plastics or optics
• Experience with supplier qualification, audits and cost negotiations
• Knowledge of replenishment and supplier planning

Nice to Have

• Direct relationship with Chinese manufacturers
• Experience with US/Mexico nearshoring and local sourcing
• Medical device / ISO 13485 experience
• Familiarity with Oracle NetSuite / MRP
• Ability to provide operational buyer backup when required

Location & Travel

• The position can be based remotely within the USA or on-site in California.
• For remote employees, travel availability is required, including regular presence at the California office 1-2 times per month.

What we offer

• A trusted and responsible role working closely with Senior Management.
• An international working environment with direct exposure to strategic business activities.
• A varied position with a high degree of independence and responsibility.
• The opportunity to contribute ideas, improve processes, and make a real impact.
• Flexible working arrangements combined with close collaboration at our headquarters.
• A supportive team and a dynamic, growing international company.

What Makes You Successful in This Role

You see strategic procurement as more than negotiating prices. You understand international supplier markets, know how to build reliable long-term relationships with manufacturers, and keep quality, cost, and supply reliability in balance.

You are confident working with Chinese suppliers and understand the cultural and commercial aspects of doing business in China. At the same time, you bring a pragmatic, ands-on approach and are willing to step into operational purchasing topics when needed.

You enjoy working internationally, take ownership, and want do actively contribute to the continued development of our global procurement organization.