Strategic Buyer managing procurement processes in a hybrid remote setting for a telecommunications infrastructure subsidiary. Ensuring operational requirements and supplier management in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
Conduct procurement processes to ensure operational and administrative requirements are met
Request and evaluate offers (RFQs) and conduct negotiations with suppliers
Monitor the market to identify trends and optimization opportunities
Develop new supplier relationships and improve negotiation outcomes
Manage and maintain supplier contracts and qualifications
Implement and monitor strategic purchasing negotiations
Conduct occasional supplier visits for quality assurance and process optimization
Analyze savings and efficiency potential
Maintain the supplier database for assigned commodity groups
Prepare KPI reports and ensure transparency in procurement controlling
Collaborate closely with the Procurement Manager and the purchasing team to optimize procurement strategy and identify supply chain risks
Requirements
Excellent MS Office skills, particularly Excel (advanced level)
Native German (negotiation-level)
Very good English skills, spoken and written (minimum B2 level)
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Team player and flexible when working with internal interfaces
Strong communicator — both written and verbal
Confident presence in a dynamic environment and when interacting with senior management
Resilient under pressure, including during busy periods
Solution-oriented mindset and structured working style
High attention to detail, ability to multitask, and punctuality
Independent and team-oriented with a positive attitude
High degree of integrity, compliance awareness and sense of responsibility
Experience in data analysis is an advantage
Benefits
Work–life balance through flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation
Comprehensive onboarding
Broad training and development program, e.g., language courses
Public transport subsidy (ÖPNV)
Opportunity to participate in the employee share program
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