Buyer (m/f/d)

MERMEC Deutschland GmbH; München; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MERMEC Deutschland GmbH, the German subsidiary of the MERMEC Group, is seeking a Buyer for railway diagnostics components. You will source sensors, electronics and embedded systems and ensure safety and quality requirements are met.

Collaborate with engineering, negotiate with global suppliers, and manage orders through our ERP system while adhering to railway regulations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years procurement experience in high-tech or railway industries.
• Experience sourcing railway components such as sensors, vision systems, embedded electronics.
• Proven track record negotiating with global suppliers balancing cost, quality and technical requirements.
• Strong knowledge of railway safety/quality standards EN50126 and EN50128.
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement tracking (e.g., SAP).
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications and engineering drawings.
• Excellent collaboration with engineering and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Fluent in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Procure sensors, electronics and embedded components for railway measurement systems.
• Manage supplier selection, negotiation and purchase orders end-to-end.
• Collaborate with engineering to verify technical specifications for projects.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times and terms with global suppliers.
• Ensure parts meet railway safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Track purchase orders, inventory and delivery timelines in ERP.

Skills

Procurement experience

Railway sourcing

Global supplier negotiation

Technical specification reading

Cross-functional collaboration

Railway standards EN50126/50128

ERP systems SAP

Tools

SAP

Job description

MERMEC is a multinational company founded in 1970 and a member company of ANGEL, the largest private Italian high-tech holding that includes some of the most innovative companies in the railway, aerospace, and digital mechatronic sectors. We are active in advanced technologies for rail transport (signalling, measuring trains and systems, electric traction, telecommunication), and industrial applications.

The MERMEC Group boasts unparalleled technical know-how, which has enabled it to develop and market a well-structured portfolio of advanced solutions currently used in 73 countries worldwide, by more than 180 customers. The Group owns the widest portfolio of automatic optoelectronic systems for the measurement and inspection of railway infrastructure, fully designed and produced in-house, including software and artificial vision algorithms.

Today, the MERMEC Group employs over 2.500 highly specialized engineers & staff, it’s active in 7 different strategic business areas with branches, offices, and facilities in 21 countries worldwide.

OUR VISION

We develop intelligent technologies that bridge the physical and digital worlds. By transforming complex real-world data into actionable digital insights, we empower organizations to build safer, more efficient, and more sustainable infrastructure.

Our solutions support critical industries - particularly railway and transportation - by enabling smarter decision‑making through advanced data processing, automation, and artificial intelligence. We believe that innovation happens when cutting‑edge technology meets real operational challenges. That is the reality we strive to create every day.

THE COMPANY

As Mermec Deutschland GmbH, the German subsidiary of Compagnie des Signaux in France, part of the MERMEC Group, which operates worldwide, MERMEC Deutschland works closely with international teams and contributes to cross‑border railway signalling and digitalisation projects, particularly within the DACH region.

About the Role

As a Buyer you will be responsible for sourcing and procuring critical components for Mermec’s railway diagnostic and measurement systems. This role ensures that all technical parts meet Mermec’s stringent quality, accuracy, and delivery requirements for safety‑critical railway applications.

Responsibilities

• Procure technical components (sensors, electronics, embedded systems) used in Mermec’s measurement and diagnostic systems.
• Manage the entire procurement process, from supplier selection and negotiation to order placement.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical specifications and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contract terms with global suppliers aligned with Mermec’s technical standards.
• Ensure all parts meet railway safety standards (e.g., EN 50126, EN 50128).
• Track purchase orders, inventory, and delivery timelines using Mermec’s ERP system.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in quality and delivery.
• Support cost‑saving initiatives by evaluating alternative suppliers without compromising technical performance.
• Ensure compliance with all procurement policies and railway industry regulations.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of procurement experience, ideally within high‑tech or railway/transport industries.
• Experience sourcing components for railway diagnostics, such as sensors, vision systems, and embedded electronics.
• Proven track record negotiating with global suppliers and balancing cost, quality, and technical requirements.
• Strong knowledge of railway safety and quality standards (e.g., EN 50126, EN 50128).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and procurement tracking.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications and engineering drawings.
• Strong collaboration skills working with engineering teams and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on precision and reliability.
• Fluent in both German and English.

Required Skills

• Procurement experience within high‑tech or railway/transport industries.
• Sourcing components for railway diagnostics (sensors, vision systems, embedded electronics).
• Negotiation with global suppliers, balancing cost, quality, and technical requirements.
• Knowledge of railway safety and quality standards (e.g., EN 50126, EN 50128).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and procurement tracking.