About the role
As a Mechanical Project Buyer, you play a key role in sourcing all mechanical components and assemblies for our development and series production projects at NEURA Robotics. You bring strong expertise in mechanical sourcing and act as a central interface between engineering, suppliers, and production to build a robust and future-proof supply chain.
Your main responsibilities include
- Independent sourcing of mechanical components and assemblies such as CNC-machined parts, turned and milled components, sheet metal parts, mechanical assemblies, housings, drive components, and precision mechanical parts
- Identification, selection, and development of suitable suppliers for mechanical components – from specialized manufacturers to international production suppliers
- Conducting technical and commercial bid comparisons and independently leading price and contract negotiations with a focus on mechanical commodities
- Close collaboration with mechanical engineering, development, and project teams to ensure component availability throughout the entire product lifecycle – from prototypes to series production
- Active risk management for mechanical components (e.g., capacity constraints, manufacturing risks, second sources, lifecycle management)
- Ensuring on-time delivery and monitoring supplier quality, delivery performance, and technical requirements
- Monitoring and analyzing global sourcing markets and manufacturing technologies in the mechanical field
- Contributing to the development and optimization of procurement processes, tools, and ERP structures in project purchasing
What we can look forward to
- Several years of experience in technical purchasing, ideally with a focus on mechanical components or mechanical engineering
- Strong technical understanding of mechanical parts, assemblies, and manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, turning/milling, sheet metal fabrication, surface treatments, assembly manufacturing)
- Ability to understand technical requirements, analyze drawings and bills of materials, and communicate effectively with engineering teams
- Experience in project purchasing, ideally in development and series production environments
- Strong negotiation skills, assertiveness, and entrepreneurial mindset
- Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented working style in a dynamic development environment
- Experience with ERP systems and a solid understanding of procurement and supply chain processes
- Fluent German and English skills, both written and spoken