Procurement Trainee assisting in procurement operations and vendor communication. Gaining exposure to procurement workflows and best practices in a hybrid work environment.
About the role
- Purchasing Assistant at Coperion supporting procurement operations for German-speaking sites in Germany and Switzerland. Located in Ferrara, Italy with opportunities for remote work.
Responsibilities
- Assist in purchasing machinery components and materials for our German-speaking Coperion locations, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.
- Assist with tenders, price comparisons, and order processing.
- Support price negotiations and contract finalizations within defined categories.
- Prepare and process purchase orders, tracking their progress to ensure on-time delivery.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, supplier details, and order history.
- Support the procurement team with administrative tasks, reporting, and data management.
- Communicate and coordinate with relevant departments including Quality Assurance, Logistics, Planning, Accounting and Production.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures.
Requirements
- Fluent German skills (spoken and written) are mandatory.
- Proficiency in English is also required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or sales.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); knowledge of ERP systems (Navision, SAP, or IFS) is a plus.
- Strong negotiation skills and keen attention to detail.
Benefits
- Remote working is possible; however, we prefer candidates based near our Ferrara site to be part of our new team.
- One-year contract.
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