Global Technical Buyer Global Technical Buyer Nis, Serbia SpotLIGHT of the job Are you passionate about bridging technical expertise with global procurement? Do you enjoy working with R&D, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, cost-effective components worldwide? Join us as a Global Technical Buyer in our Global Business Centre in Nis , where you will take ownership of material, part, and supplier standardization, support global sourcing strategies, and drive technical excellence across our supply chain. In this role, you will be a key interface between R&D and Purchasing, ensuring project success, innovation, and optimized component management. Responsibilities Standardize materials, parts, and suppliers in line with global NPD/CPD projects and material group strategies. Act as interface between suppliers and R&D, supporting plants locally and globally. Define clear material descriptions in SAP to improve system usability and avoid duplicates. Maintain raw material specifications and serve as technical contact for internal and external stakeholders. Lead and support projects in Purchasing/SCM, including sample management, pilot parts, and tooling coordination. Monitor component approvals, drive first/second source validation, and implement cost-down activities. Support development and execution of global material group strategies in collaboration with Commodity Managers. Plan and execute supplier audits, identify innovative technologies, and transfer insights to technical and marketing teams. Support make-or-buy decisions and optimize sourcing based on total cost of ownership. Skills & Experience Technical background in purchasing or component engineering (mechanical, electronics, or LED experience advantageous) Experience in global sourcing, technical purchasing, and supplier management Knowledge of R&D processes, project management, and strategy development (e.g., SWOT, regression analysis) SAP knowledge (advantageous) and understanding of legal/contract basics Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and presentation skills, proactive mindset, entrepreneurial thinking, and ability to work effectively in cross-functional, international teams Full professional proficiency in English What we offer A truly international team - work with colleagues from different countries and cultures. Employee well-being and family support programs – private health insurance and various initiatives to support families and parenting. Social gatherings and community events – designed to foster connection and collaboration among employees. Personal growth - training opportunities accessible internally and externally What matters to us We understand not only the power of the visible, but also the invisible. Like light, diversity is intangible, but it is perceptible. We value the uniqueness of every person and see this as a driver of innovation. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of, for example, origin, skin color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or disability. As the contact person for this position, a great candidate experience is important to me! I will reach out to you within 7 days. Please inform me of any assistance you may need, so I can best support you throughout the hiring process. Talent Acquisition Partner Milos Mladenovic T +381 64 835 7708 Who we are At the Zumtobel Group, we are passionate about designing and producing light that empowers humans and brings architecture to life. We continuously push the boundaries in our search for perfection through timeless design, technical excellence and efficient performance. Through light, we create spaces that inspire. As we develop the next generation of lighting, we consider the wellbeing of people and nature. Our lighting is designed for our customers and their individual aspirations. We guide them into a new world of opportunities – as a group, and through all our individual brands, Thorn, Tridonic and Zumtobel. Learn more about our Group in our enlightening video - where WE LIVE LIGHT and thrive together! The result is a series of personal and authentic insights into our corporate culture - illustrated from different perspectives. Follow us: WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT LIGHT. We share a passion for light, creating aesthetic, functional, and sustainable lighting solutions that enhance quality of life. WE ARE EXCITED ABOUT CREATING INNOVATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. Sustainability and innovation drive everything we do — shaping a responsible, climate-neutral future. WE ARE INTERNATIONAL AND PERSONAL AT THE SAME TIME. While we have grown from a family business into a global organization, our collaborative spirit and familial culture remain integral to our identity. APPLY HERE