Develop, implement, and continuously update the global category strategy for plastic injection molded parts in alignment with Eppendorf’s business, quality, and sustainability objectives.

Analyze global and regional supply markets (especially China and Southeast Asia), including cost drivers, technology trends, capacity, risk, and ESG developments.

Define and manage mid- and long-term sourcing roadmaps, including supplier panel definition, localization/near-shoring, consolidation and dual/multi-sourcing strategies.

Ensure category strategies are aligned with R&D, Operations, Quality and Supply Chain stakeholders globally.

Identify, evaluate, and qualify plastic injection molding suppliers, including those with in‑house tooling capabilities and strong engine...