Onsite Strategic Buyer – m/f/d

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About the role

  • Strategischer Einkäufer ensuring long-term supply of materials for wheelchair production at Ottobock. Involves supplier selection, cost analysis, and close collaboration with internal departments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement procurement strategies for the long-term material requirements of wheelchair production
  • Analyze and evaluate material costs, identify cost-saving opportunities and generate savings
  • Responsible for procurement in development projects
  • Conduct market research for selected commodity groups
  • Execute tenders and independently negotiate commercial contract terms
  • Supplier development including supplier selection, evaluation and analysis
  • Inventory analyses and procurement planning in close coordination with operational departments
  • Serve as the escalation level for operational purchasing

Requirements

  • Degree in Economics, Engineering, or a completed commercial apprenticeship (e.g., industrial clerk)
  • More than 3 years of solid professional experience in strategic procurement and in negotiating with suppliers
  • Very good MS Office skills, ideally SAP MM experience, and fluent German and English
  • High self-initiative, a pronounced hands-on mentality as well as analytical and strategic thinking
  • Strong technical understanding or a high level of technical interest
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for occasional supplier visits

Benefits

  • Attractive compensation including Christmas and holiday bonuses and 30 days of vacation
  • Benefits: company pension plan, capital-forming benefits (vermögenswirksame Leistungen)
  • Flexibility: flextime models and mobile working
  • Health & well-being: occupational medical care and external counseling for personal and work-related concerns
  • Catering & infrastructure: subsidized meals, free coffee and tea, and free on-site parking
  • Discounts & perks: Corporate Benefits and offers from local partners
  • Onboarding & training: individual onboarding during Ottobock Welcome Days and diverse continuing education opportunities
  • Development prospects: varied career and development opportunities

Job title

Strategic Buyer – m/f/d

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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