Strategic Buyer managing international sourcing strategies for chemical raw materials at CCS, enhancing supplier relationships and optimizing costs in cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
Responsible for strategic procurement of production materials at an international level
Design and implementation of procurement strategies for defined commodity groups with a focus on chemical raw materials
Independently prepare and conduct necessary price and contract negotiations
Develop existing supplier relationships and select and qualify new sources of supply across diverse global markets
Work in cross-functional teams to identify and sustainably realize substantial opportunities, e.g., for cost optimization
Prepare ad-hoc analyses, cost/benefit analyses and other statistics (KPIs)
Requirements
Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or a comparable qualification
Several years of professional experience in international sourcing of production materials, preferably in the chemical industry
Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken, and experienced with an ERP system (ideally SAP)
Strong negotiation skills and effective communication with external partners
Proven ability to drive and implement strategic procurement topics in a complex environment
Entrepreneurial mindset with a high degree of initiative
Benefits
Permanent employment contract — based at the company headquarters in Duisburg or Bad Kreuznach
Flexible working hours and the option to work remotely up to two days per week
Employer contribution to the company pension scheme
Access to the corporate benefits portal with special discounts from many well-known brands
Free beverages and meal subsidies
Excellent transport connections and free company parking
Corporate fitness offers via eGym Wellpass
JobRad company bike leasing
Training and development opportunities (internal/external trainings and digital learning platform)
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