Buyer (m/f/d) Materials Procurement

-; Glauchau; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading battery solutions firm in Germany is seeking a Buyer for Materials Procurement. The role involves sourcing and managing materials for battery production, ensuring cost efficiency, sustainability, and compliance. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in procurement and fluency in German and English. The position offers a permanent employment contract in a stable working environment with fair pay and benefits.

Leistungen

Flat hierarchies

Permanent employment contract

Personal support from a dedicated contact

Stable working environment

Fair pay and company benefits

High-quality technical equipment

Qualifikationen

• 5-7 years of professional experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Hands-on experience with commodity-based components, ideally in battery assembly.
• Proven track record in managing global suppliers and contract negotiations.

Aufgaben

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure supply reliability.
• Conduct contract negotiations for pricing and sustainability commitments.
• Monitor markets and mitigate risks related to supply and price volatility.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Proficiency in MS Office

Collaboration

Results-driven

Adaptability

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Materials Science, Engineering, or Business

Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, ISM)

Tools

SAP systems

Jobbeschreibung

The Triathlon Group, a company of the Sunlight Group headquartered in Seligenporten, is a global leader in battery systems, chargers, and energy management solutions for industrial applications. With over 1,600 employees across locations on three continents, we enable reliable and efficient operations for our customers in the industrial sector particularly in intralogistics through innovative products based on lead‑acid and lithium‑ion technology, combined with a strong commitment to service.

Position Overview: Buyer - Materials Procurement (all genders)

As a Buyer (m/f/d) in Materials Procurement, you will play a key role in sourcing and managing materials essential for industrial battery production. In this position, you will ensure supply security, cost efficiency, sustainability, and adherence to international compliance standards. You will be working in a dynamic, fast‑growing, and strategically important industry.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships locally, ensuring supply reliability and long‑term partnerships.
• Conduct contract negotiations for pricing, supply security, and sustainability commitments.
• Manage supplier relationships.
• Lead end‑to‑end procurement processes (RFI/RFP, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, and PO management).

Market Intelligence & Risk Management

• Monitor markets, price trends, and supply‑demand dynamics.
• Mitigate risks related to supply scarcity, price volatility, and regulatory changes.
• Secure long‑term contracts or strategic alliances to protect the business from shortages.

Sustainability & Compliance

• Ensure sourcing practices align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.
• Ensure compliance with international trade, customs, and industry regulations.

Collaboration & Business Support

• Collaborate with finance on budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimisation.
• Partner with engineering and production teams to align procurement with product development and manufacturing needs.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Materials Science, Engineering, or Business.
• An advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, ISM) are considered a strong plus.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of professional experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Hands‑on experience with commodity‑based components, ideally in battery assembly or related sectors.
• Proven track record in managing global suppliers, negotiating contracts, and mitigating market risks.
• Practical experience with SAP systems is required.

Skills & Competencies:

• Fluency in German and English (both written and verbal) is mandatory.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Effective team player with strong collaboration abilities.
• Results‑driven with a proactive approach.
• High level of adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

• A motivated company with flat hierarchies and short decision‑making processes.
• Permanent employment contract.
• Personal support and advice from a dedicated contact person at your branch.
• Stable working environment in an international company.
• Fair pay and company benefits.
• A modern working environment with high‑quality technical equipment.

Does this sound like you, and are you interested in a varied range of tasks? Then apply now!