Purchasing Specialist (m/f/d) - Intermediate Level

Job description

We are looking for you to join the team as a Buyer (m/f/d) for our client in Frankfurt am Main.  

Benefits

• Long-term employment opportunity in a company in the region
• A wide range of discounts and exclusive employee offers through Corporate Benefits
• Very good chances of subsequent recruitment and permanent employment
• Fair pay according to the GVP tariff, including vacation and Christmas bonuses
• Free preventive medical checkups and work clothes provided
• After the training period, a hybrid work model is possible

Tasks

• Independent management of strategic procurement for C and B needs, as well as optimization of efficient procurement processes
• Analysis and monitoring of national and international procurement markets to develop sustainable purchasing strategies
• Conducting solicitations, electronic auctions, and professional price and contract negotiations
• Strategic development of product categories, taking into account market opportunities, risks, and profitability
• Establishing and maintaining sustainable supplier relationships, including onboarding, support, and contract management

requirements

• A degree in business administration or economics, or comparable training with a focus on purchasing or supply chain management
• Several years of experience in strategic procurement, ideally in the area of C- and B-level needs or product category management
• Strong analytical skills and experience in market analysis, competitive bidding, and negotiation
• A structured, independent, and solution-oriented approach to work, combined with strong communication and assertiveness skills
• Proficiency in SAP, ERP, and MS Office applications, as well as strong written and spoken German and English skills