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Would you like to apply your specialist knowledge in a new working environment? Then you’ve come to the right place! We’re more than just recruiters – we’re your personal career advisers. Our focus: your next career move, where you’ll feel truly at home. On behalf of our client, a medium-sized energy storage technology company in Paderborn, we are looking for you to join us as a Strategic Purchaser (m/f/d) as part of a temporary placement with the option of a permanent role .
You will be responsible for independently processing all purchase requisitions, price enquiries, binding orders and associated order confirmations as part of both day-to-day operational and strategic business activities you will also be responsible for conducting professional, targeted price and contract negotiations with international and national suppliers to secure the best possible terms You will also oversee the structured analysis and qualitative assessment of incoming quotations, as well as the timely monitoring of all relevant project milestones Consistent tracking of existing orders is also part of your varied remit, to ensure completely smooth and punctual project execution As part of your role, you will support proactive risk and claimsmanagement, as well as providing comprehensive support for assigned product groups in your role as a competent category buyer Finally, you will be responsible for active supplier management and will work closely with project management, the finance department and quality assurance You have successfully completed a degree in Business Administration, Economics or Industrial Engineering, or hold a comparable commercial qualification you also have at least three years’ solid professional experience in international project procurement and commercial contract management you stand out thanks to your solid knowledge of standard MS Office applications and your proven experience working with SAP You have excellent command of German, both spoken and written, at native speaker level, as well as fluency in English Furthermore, you demonstrate a high degree of independence, strong negotiation skills and a keen enthusiasm for active teamwork and goal-oriented communication with To fulfil this role of responsibility, in addition to your specialist expertise, you must hold a valid work permit and have a permanent residence in Germany 30 days’ holiday plus additional special leave performance-related pay including a variable bonus employer-funded pension scheme and capital-forming benefits flexible working arrangements through mobile working days affordable on-site charging facilities for electric cars attractive leasing of up to 2 company bicycles subsidised sports and health programme via EGYM Free hot and cold drinks on site Free parking spaces right next to the modern office building A wide range of training courses via our own learning platform What you can always count on at persona service: A monthly allowance of €50 towards your travel costs, depending on the role – e.g.
for the Deutschlandticket and much more. Bonuses, as well as holiday pay and a Christmas bonus Free tuition for your children on the Ubimaster learning and tutoring platform Numerous shopping discounts with well-known brands via our corporate benefits programme Excellent personalised support and regular feedback meetings A wide range of further training opportunities