Indirect Strategic Sourcing Manager responsible for developing sourcing strategies across indirect spend categories. Driving best - in - class sourcing practices, supplier management, and collaboration in a leading company.
About the role
- Internship in procurement department of Kärcher offering valuable experience and project involvement. Conducting market analyses, supplier research, and supporting operational tasks.
Responsibilities
- Gain valuable practical experience in the procurement department of an internationally successful company
- Conduct market analyses and supplier research
- Prepare cost calculations and analyses, as well as request and process quotations
- Carry out project work in the procurement of non-production materials (capital goods / marketing)
- Support day-to-day operational activities
- Contribute to various procurement topics such as project work, investments, marketing, services, environmental and facility management
Requirements
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Industrial Engineering (Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen) or Business Administration
- Basic knowledge of SAP
- Proficient in MS Office
- Advanced German and English language skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills and a strong customer orientation
- Openness to innovation and creative solutions
Benefits
- 2 vacation days per full calendar month
- 85% subsidy for monthly public transport fares
- Varied sports activities — from basketball and Zumba to outdoor training
- Discount on our products and a range of corporate benefits (e.g., discounts on travel, fashion, restaurants, and concerts)
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