Category Buyer (m/f/d)

This is how you make impact as a Category Buyer:

As a Category Buyer (m/f/d), you will implement the procurement strategy for the suppliers and segments assigned to you in coordination with the Head of Procurement and Corporate Procurement. In doing so, you will ensure a smooth procurement process, the implementation of supplier management, and the awarding of contracts. You will be based in the Procurement division, Strategic Procurement department, and will work on a flex-time schedule. This is a full-time, permanent position.

This is what we offer:

• Varied and challenging tasks with interesting development prospects

• Performance-based remuneration, a strong team-oriented working environment, and attractive additional benefits

• A healthy work-life balance with flexible working hours, on-site canteen and fitness facilities

This is what you bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with many years of professional experience, or a Master’s degree or Diplom with several years of professional experience, in either economics or electrical engineering

• Excellent knowledge of business administration combined with technical expertise

• Relevant professional experience in an international purchasing and procurement environment

• In-depth knowledge of national and international contract law as well as negotiation techniques; active experience in project and interface management

• Business-level English proficiency and intercultural competence

• Extensive knowledge of PC applications and IT software

• Analytical, structured, and results-oriented approach to work

• Proactive mindset, high level of commitment, professional and confident demeanor

• Initiative, assertiveness, strong communication skills, and negotiation skills

Your daily responsibilities include:

• Making strategic decisions regarding the desired nature and intensity of future relationships with suppliers in close coordination with Group Procurement

• Expanding supplier management and defining precise targets and measures to improve performance potential and collaboration with strategically important suppliers

• Providing technical support to the on-site procurement team

• Evaluating suppliers within the area of responsibility and, where necessary, managing escalations

• Conduct market research and analysis for potential suppliers and establish supplier partnerships

• Plan, execute, and optimize strategic procurement activities within the product group

• Conduct innovation workshops and business review meetings with suppliers

• Analyze financial and supplier metrics; conduct price and terms benchmarking

• Initiate and oversee supplier audits