Operational Buyer Area Europe (m/f/d)

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

1. Demand Planning & Scheduling 

• Support material and demand planning
• Schedule and manage procurement orders based on demand and disposition 

2. Purchase Order Execution 

• Process requisitions into accurate, timely purchase orders
• Monitor purchase orders and follow up on confirmations, dispatch, and delivery 
• Verify and process order confirmations and delivery notes 
• Call off global contracts and framework agreements 

3. Supplier & Claims Management 

• Serve as the main contact for supplier queries and communication 
• Handle supplier complaints, claims and escalation 
• Maintain supplier master data including contact persons, language variants and local input 

4. Inventory & Material Management 

• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities 
• Manage processes for material orders and extended workbench 

5. Process Improvement & Collaboration 

• Work with strategic procurement colleagues to implement P2P initiatives 
• Support process efficiency, volume consolidation and transaction cost reduction for the Area Europe
• Collaborate with global Procurement, the Area Team Europe  and other stakeholders to ensure smooth P2P execution 

Qualifications

• Business, technical or commercial degree; procurement diploma or equivalent experience 
• Min. 1-3 years’ operational procurement experience in a professional organization 
• Proficiency with SAP or equivalent ERP systems 
• Knowledge of P2P processes, order management and procurement technology 
• Understanding of international trade regulations, customs procedures and import/export documentation would be an advantage
• Strong collaborative skills and positive attitude 
• Ability to build relationships and networks across functions and leadership levels 
• Detail-oriented, proactive and solution-driven combined with hands-on mentality
• Strong communication skills in English—oral and written—across multiple audiences including suppliers, internal teams and management; German is a plus

Additional Information

A salary in line with the market is offered for this position, which is based on the specific qualification and adequate professional experience.

We are looking forward to your application (CV & motivation letter).