Procurement Operations Specialist supporting end - to - end procurement processes in Vodafone's global shared services. Involves supplier coordination, compliance validation, and operational continuity.
About the role
- Strategic Buyer responsible for market analysis and supplier management in procurement processes. Collaborating closely with engineering and project management teams for optimal purchasing effectiveness.
Responsibilities
- Strategic planning and market analysis, including the development of purchasing strategies.
- Identification, evaluation and selection of suppliers, as well as contract negotiations.
- Close collaboration with other departments such as Engineering and Project Management.
- Preparation of reports and presentations for management.
- Identification of supply chain risks and development of risk mitigation strategies.
Requirements
- Completed degree with a technical background or a degree in business administration.
- Several years of professional experience in technical project purchasing as well as in strategic procurement.
- Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office applications and SAP HANA.
- Extensive experience in both strategic and operational purchasing.
- Experience in process and project management.
- Pronounced hands-on mentality.
- High analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Very good technical understanding.
- Fluent German and negotiation-level (business fluent) English.
Benefits
- Varied and challenging work on a future-oriented technology.
- Active contribution to preserving our planet.
- A range of training opportunities for professional development.
- Regular feedback and development meetings.
- Support during the onboarding phase.
- Subsidy for a DVB monthly transit pass, the Deutschlandticket and/or JobRad bike leasing.
- Employer contribution to company pension plan of up to 20%.
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