Responsibilities Develop and execute sourcing strategies to support business objectives Drive supply base optimization and supply chain strategies in procurement strategies Perform and lead in a variety of procurement and material management activities that include supplier quotations, supplier selection, cost negotiations, lead time management, material purchasing and planning, sub-contractor management, supplier performance evaluation, safety stock management, inventory planning and management, business continuity planning, part expediting, delivery and payment resolution Conduct cost analysis to support decision making for existing, new projects and initiatives Establish strong collaboration and develop partnership with product management, engineering, marketing, service, strategic sourcing manager to formulate strategies surrounding all products for supplier engagement and total internal buy-in to win customer orders and close deals Provide input on risk mitigation, business continuity, cost management and operation strategies Qualifications Bachelors or Master Degree in Business Administration or equivalent with experience in strategic procurement Fluent in written and spoken German is a must-requirement Fluent in written and spoken English Proficient in MS Office applications Strong teamwork skills in collaborating with suppliers, partner legal compliance and internationally based teams Possess knowledge of total cost ownership analysis, risk management, responsible sourcing and supplier relations management Excellent analytic skills and detailed oriented Excellent communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities Strong in project management skills Creative, fast and able to adapt changes and challenges and transform and identify new opportunities Careers Privacy Statement Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.