Technical Raw Material Manager (f,m,d)

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical qualification and approval of global raw materials and new sourcing options for defined material groups.
• Ensure a stable supply of raw materials with consistently high quality through effective specification management and close collaboration with suppliers.
• Identify, assess, and manage quality, supply, and compliance risks across the global supply chain.
• Resolve technical issues and supplier complaints while developing sustainable solutions in partnership with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Drive the continuous improvement and implementation of global raw material processes, standards, and best practices.
• Support the development of global expertise in raw material management through coaching, training, and technical consulting for sites worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; alternatively, a chemical-technical qualification combined with relevant professional experience.
• Several years of experience in raw material management, research and development, quality assurance, or a laboratory environment.
• Proven experience working with suppliers in areas such as qualification, audits, complaint management, or technical development.
• Ideally, strong knowledge of quality management systems and common methodologies and standards such as FMEA, DOE, IATF 16949, and VDA guidelines.
• Strong presence and the ability to confidently represent and negotiate technical matters with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent project management, communication, and teamwork skills, combined with an analytical, structured, and process-oriented approach to work.
• Fluency in written and spoken English, with the ability to collaborate effectively in an international environment.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Klüber Lubrication München GmbH & Co. KG Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.