Rimowa Senior Buyer

Cologne • Germany

Monday, February 16, 2026

RIMOWA, a distinguished member of the LVMH Group, stands as a beacon of luxury and innovation in the travel lifestyle sector. Renowned for its commitment to crafting essential travel tools, RIMOWA merges functionality with opulence, heritage with modernity, and craftsmanship with cutting-edge design. As part of the LVMH family, RIMOWA offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and development within a prestigious global conglomerate.

1. Design and implement global sourcing strategies in alignment with company policies and targets.
2. Define and manage the Suppliers Panel, including the integration of new suppliers based on KPIs.
3. Foster and enhance supplier relationships to achieve optimal performance in terms of cost, delivery, quality, and project execution.
4. Develop and maintain an efficient End-to-End Supplier Management Process, from sampling to commercial launch.
5. Create bottom-up cost models to build intelligence on suppliers' cost structures, empowering effective negotiations throughout contracts.
6. Monitor and continuously improve supplier performance.
7. Identify, document, and drive sustainable actions to reduce CO2 emissions.
8. Identify and integrate new suppliers during the early design phase of projects.
9. Be aware of market trends and new technologies to generate innovations.
10. Deploy End-to-End Supplier Management Process throughout project life-cycles, including Request for Quotation (RFQ) follow-up, homologation, and business awards.
11. Apply Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) logic to business awards, make-or-buy decisions, and re-sourcing initiatives together with the Industrial Team.
12. Collaborate with the Quality team to assess and audit suppliers prior to business awards.
13. Actively participate in Project Reviews, providing status updates and action plans.
14. Lead improvement initiatives in End-to-End Supplier Management Process, from RFQ definition to KPI monitoring.
15. Collaborate with Product Marketing to understand the product brief.
16. Identify and integrate suppliers in the early design phase and conduct feasibility studies.
17. Design comprehensive project plans from brief to commercial launch.
18. Enhance collaborative relationships with Product Marketing teams and achieve Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) targets in line with project objectives.
19. Ensure smooth execution throughout the commercial launch and handover to supply chain teams.

1. University degree in Purchasing Management or Engineering.
2. Minimum 10 years’ experience as a buyer or cost engineer in industrial fields.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of several industrial markets, including aluminium, plastics, and textiles.
4. Strong project management skills, including developing action plans, identifying deliverables, and presenting results.
5. Proven analytical skills with great attention to detail.
6. Enthusiastic negotiation skills and contract knowledge.
7. High communication and presentation skills, with strong influencing and persuasive talents.
8. Ability to adapt in a changing environment and navigate between strategic and hands-on activities.
9. Fluency in English and German is appreciated.

1. Global sourcing strategy development
2. Supplier relationship management
3. End-to-End Supplier Management Process
4. Cost modeling and negotiation
5. Project management
6. Analytical and data-driven decision-making
7. Market trend analysis
8. Cross-functional collaboration
9. Communication and presentation skills

A minimum of 10 years of experience as a buyer or cost engineer within industrial sectors, with a comprehensive understanding of various industrial markets from raw materials to finished products.

University degree in Purchasing Management or Engineering.

The position offers 30 days of paid vacation per year, flexible working hours, a RIMOWA Essential Cabin suitcase after the probationary period, corporate benefits including a 30% discount on RIMOWA products, a company pension scheme with a high employer contribution, a great canteen with freshly cooked and affordable food, and subsidized Urban Sports Club membership, public transportation ticket, and job bike. Additionally, there are international development opportunities within LVMH.

RIMOWA celebrates an inclusive and diverse culture, which is integral to its identity. The company values diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills, and capabilities, reflecting its broad consumer base. Diversity is seen as a key enabler for business growth, fostering an environment where innovation and creativity thrive.