Associate Procurement

KWS SAAT SE; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible working hours

International Shared Service Center经验

Job summary

KWS Berlin is seeking a Procurement Associate (m/f/d) to support procurement operations, stakeholder management, and process optimization. The role offers a fixed-term position of 24 months, 38 hours per week, based in Berlin with a hybrid work model.

You will process requisitions, POs, RFQ support, spend analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with Accounts Payable, Master Data, GL, Controlling, and Global IT to ensure end-to-end procurement execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field (Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics).
• Fluent English with professional level in Spanish and Italian; German/French or other EU languages are a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and affinity for IT tools; knowledge of SAP CPH is a plus.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and contracts for goods and services per defined scopes and SLAs.
• Manage procurement-related requests from internal stakeholders via the ticketing system.
• Support RFQ processes and execute tactical purchasing within defined spend categories and approvals.
• Analyze spending patterns across KWS entities to identify catalog opportunities and process improvements.
• Support end-user training and enable stakeholders to use procurement tools and processes effectively.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, ExHub Procurement, Master Data Management, GL & Controlling, and Global IT for end-to-end process execution.

Skills

Fluent English

Spanish proficiency

Italian proficiency

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Proactive learner mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration / Economics

Tools

Excel

SAP CPH

Job description

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Job ID: 16973

At KWS Berlin, we are looking for a Procurement Associate (m/f/d)to support our team in procurement operations, internal stakeholder management, and process optimization. In this role, you will gain valuable insights into purchasing processes, contribute to cross-functional collaboration, and help drive operational excellence across our organization.

This is a fixed-term position (24 months) with 38hours per week, based inBerlin.

Your responsibilities:

• Process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and contracts for goods and services in accordance with defined scopes and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Manage procurement-related requests from internal stakeholders through our ticketing system while ensuring compliance with agreed SLAs.
• Support request-for-quotation (RFQ) processes and execute tactical purchasing activities within defined spend categories and approval thresholds.
• Analyze spending patterns across supported KWS legal entities and identify opportunities for catalog implementation and process improvements.
• Support the delivery of end-user training and enable stakeholders to effectively utilize procurement tools and processes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Accounts Payable, ExHub Procurement, Master Data Management, General Ledger & Controlling, and Global IT, to ensure seamless end-to-end process execution.

Your profile:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong interest in procurement and a proactive, learning-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in English with a professional level in Spanish and Italian are required; German, French, or other EU languages are a plus;
• High affinity for IT tools, including very good Excel skills; knowledge of SAP CPH is a plus;
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Our offer:

• A supportive, collaborative, and appreciative working environment.
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid work model (up to 40% home office) designed to fit around your studies.
• Attractive remuneration and valuable practical experience in an international Shared Service Center.
• The opportunity to develop professional skills and gain hands‑on experience in a global procurement organization.
• Comprehensive insights into end-to-end Procurement and Accounts Payable processes through close cross-functional collaboration.
• A chance to build a strong foundation for your future career in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.

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About KWS

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies and employs around 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a significant amount in research and development.
At KWS, diversity is not just a value; it is an essential part of our success. Breeding resilient crops requires diversity; likewise, our strength comes from the diversity of our teams. Whatever your background or identity is, we invite you to join us.
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