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# Early Phase Development Supply Chain 230019 Mer00045Qi

Supply Chain & Logistics 

Listed on Mercedes-Benz Group’s official careers site. Listed as of October 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Mercedes-Benz Group’s careers site →](https://jobs.mercedes-benz.com/en/early-phase-development-supply-chain-230019-mer00045qi)

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## Job description

### Tasks Objective of Job

This position is part of the RDVT Non-Parts Procurement team and is responsible for prototype tooling (soft tooling) and related non-production procurement activities in the early R&D phase. The role manages the end-to-end procurement process, including demand management, RFQ handling, commercial negotiation, contracting, billing coordination, and supplier performance management, to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-efficient sourcing and delivery.

In addition, the role contributes to digital and data-driven procurement by leveraging relevant systems (e.g. eLog, cofico, and other new tools) to improve transparency, process efficiency, and data availability.

### Qualifications

Qualification
- Minimum 7 years of professional experience in the automotive industry
- At least 3 years of procurement experience in one or more of the following areas: body-in-white tooling, injection moulding tooling, or chassis tooling
- Hands-on experience covering the full procurement cycle, including RFQ, negotiation, and contracting
- Solid knowledge of current local tooling suppliers, including benchmarking of capability, pricing, and performance
- Good understanding of prototype tooling machining processes
- Strong practical negotiation capability with a sound understanding of cost structures; able to secure supplier commitment and familiar with tooling contract terms and risk control.
- Solid understanding of procurement governance and VDA audit requirements
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to prepare independent reports and management presentations
- Familiarity with SAP; experience in driving system development or process optimization is preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or above; an engineering background is preferred
- Fluent in spoken and written English; German is an advantage

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 20, 2026
- Listed for: 7 days[Apply on Mercedes-Benz Group’s careers site →](https://jobs.mercedes-benz.com/en/early-phase-development-supply-chain-230019-mer00045qi)

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