This role requires strong expertise in sourcing and procurement, with a focus on complex industry projects. As a Lead Buyer, you will drive the sourcing process for critical Components and Services, negotiating Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), quality, and Terms & Conditions.

You will work closely with the Tender and Project teams to ensure that suppliers provide the best possible support, priority, and dedication. Your role will also involve planning and executing procurement activities for tenders and projects, ensuring objective achievements in terms of cost/budget, schedule, and supply quality.

In this role, you will be responsible for actively optimizing tenders and projects from the supply point of view and ensuring reporting of KPI's. You will also act as a primary interface with the Tender and Project teams, as well as with colleagues within Supply Chain Management such as Global Category teams, on all SCM matters.

Local responsibility for selected supply categories, ensuring an optimal supply base, onboarding of new suppliers, supplier development and evaluation, etc. are also part of your responsibilities. You will follow and ensure compliance with ABB procurement policies.