Raw Material Expert (m/f/diverse) Original Equipment Solution - REF81622E

Original Equipment Solutions (OESL) is emerging as a stand-alone global leader in the automotive sector, with over 17,000 employees and €2 billion in annual sales. Operating in 15 countries across 35 locations, including technology centers, OESL will build on Continental’s rich legacy to deliver high-quality parts to major OEMs and commercial vehicle customers worldwide. 

Why Join OESL ?

• Greater Impact: Take part in shaping the future of a dynamic  organization, with the opportunity to bring ideas to life and reap significant professional rewards. 
• Growth and Innovation: Work in a fast-moving, environment that encourages innovation and offers opportunities for continuous growth and expanding your skill set. 
• Creative Space: Experience the entrepreneurial spirit of a start-up culture within a global organization, enjoying both the creative freedom and the responsibility needed to thrive in modern working environments. 
• Tight-Knit Team: Join a highly collaborative team where individuals have the power to shape their work, make meaningful contributions, and drive collective success. 

The Business Area Original Equipment Solutions develops and manufactures products for the Automobile industry. Our product portfolio varies from engine mounting to fluid transporting and also sealing systems. The Material Platform Development is looking for a raw material expert, who will be technically responsible for certain groups of compounding raw materials of OESL.

The main tasks within this area of responsibility include:

• Responsibility and technical expert for raw materials in rubber compounds within our organization as an automotive supplier
• Technical contact for purchasing, supplier development, quality management and supply chain management as well as suppliers for chemical raw materials topics
• Negotiating and establishing specifications for chemical raw materials with external and internal suppliers
• Monitoring of OESL material releases and proactive controlling of these raw material groups
• Management of projects or task forces in the area of chemical raw materials (assistance with troubleshooting and complaints)
• Define key properties for raw materials and analytical measures
• Development, finding and evaluation of new / alternative raw materials or new suppliers for existing raw materials together with Purchasing, Supplier Quality Management and other R&D functions
• Definition and execution of raw materials and supplier strategy together with Purchasing, R&D management and Quality
• Interface for hazardous substance management and development of sustainable raw materials

• Master degree in  Rubber/Polymer technology, Chemistry, Material engineering or similar
• Several years of experience in development of rubber, plastics or similar
• Expertise in chemical analysis of materials
• Experience in automotive industry appreciated
• Project Management knowhow (advanced)
• High social and intercultural competence
• High level of English and German language skills (written and spoken)

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

What we offer:

• Hybrid schedule – Work-life balance is important, so we offer a flexible schedule with mobile and flexible working models, sabbaticals or cross-border work

• Corporate Benefits – We collaborate with different vendors, and we receive discounts for various products - like restaurants, fitness programs etc.

• System for Rewarding Improvement Ideas – We have an internal improvement program (Continental Idea Management) that allows you to come up with ideas and to be honored with an attractive bonus (according to your improvement idea)
• Professional development - Many opportunities to develop yourself within the company
• Competitive Compensation in line with your personal contribution & company performance 

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Our Commitment

• Influence: We offer opportunities to have a greater impact and reap more rewards professionally

• Initiative: We encourage our people to grow, take on greater responsibilities, be innovative, and gain new capabilities

• New Work: We value the flexibility and agility that makes modern working possible and makes a customer-centric company successful

• One team: We believe in a culture of belonging to a tight team of individuals who can drive success together

These aspects influence the selection process in building our new team of pioneers. We are an exclusive unit to belong to and look forward to meeting you!

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