Strategic Purchasing Employee (m/f/x)

Benefits

• An optimal work-life balance – perfect balance between work and life thanks to adaptable working time models
• Attractive remuneration – fair pay according to the Equal Pay model, as well as annual bonuses and generous bonuses and allowances above the standard pay scale
• Strong together – teamwork at its best thanks to close personal collaboration that promotes team success
• Relaxation with a generous holiday package – 30 days vacation and extra days off for special occasions
• Prospects through global training programmes – shaping your professional future with international, Group-wide training and development opportunities
• Social security – company pension plan with generous employer contribution

Tasks

• Strategic procurement: Development and implementation of innovative procurement strategies for the responsible product groups
• Procurement procedures: Independent management of award procedures, including EU-wide tenders, taking into account all legal requirements
• Market analyses: Carrying out market analyses and supplier evaluations to identify the best procurement sources and optimise tendering strategies
• Contract negotiations: Negotiating contracts with a focus on cost optimisation, quality and meeting timelines
• Supplier management: building and maintaining strong supplier relationships and continuously monitoring supplier performance
• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all legal and internal requirements and guidelines in close cooperation with the legal department

Qualification

• Successfully completed studies in business administration, industrial engineering or a comparable university degree
• At least two years of professional experience in strategic purchasing and procurement
• Confident handling of MS Office applications and sound knowledge of SAP (MM module)
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, especially in the preparation and evaluation of tender documents and offers
• Existing work permit for the European Union