Business Development Manager, People - Purchasing (f/m/x)

TN Germany; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading digital automotive platform in Europe is seeking a Business Development Manager for its Purchasing team. This role involves strategic partnership, recruitment strategy development, and cross-functional collaboration to support ambitious growth plans. The ideal candidate has proven experience in business development, strong project management skills, and fluency in English, with German being a plus. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work or office presence in Berlin.

Leistungen

Modern IT equipment & support

Personal growth opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in business development or project management.
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Fluency in English required; German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Act as a strategic partner to the Purchasing and Talent Acquisition teams.
• Develop and implement scalable recruitment strategies.
• Lead regular market reviews and identify challenges.

Kenntnisse

Project Management

Collaboration

Communication

Solution-oriented

Business Acumen

Ausbildung

Degree in Business

Degree in Management

Jobbeschreibung

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Client:

AUTO1 Group

Location:

germany, Germany

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

11.05.2025

Expiry Date:

25.06.2025

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Company Description

At AUTO1 Group , we are transforming the way people buy and sell cars across Europe. As the leading digital automotive platform, we are home to well-known brands like Autohero,, and. Our People Department is at the heart of this transformation, driving growth and success through strategic talent acquisition, talent management, and fostering a thriving company culture.

As our new Business Development Manager, People – Purchasing , you will play a pivotal role in scaling our Purchasing team’s talent strategy across Europe. You’ll partner closely with both the People and Purchasing teams to ensure we attract, hire, and retain top talent to support our ambitious growth plans.

This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment—helping us build the teams that will shape the future of automotive retail.

You will report directly to Josefine Tonn, Director People Talent Acquisition Europe.

Your new Role

Act as a strategic partner to the Purchasing and Talent Acquisition teams across Europe, aligning hiring strategies with business growth objectives.

Collaborate cross-functionally with department heads to track hiring progress and ensure headcount goals are met.

Develop and implement scalable recruitment strategies, leveraging diverse talent sources—including international markets and relocation agencies—while analyzing KPIs to boost efficiency, reduce time-to-hire, and optimize cost-per-hire.

Lead regular market reviews with stakeholders, proactively identifying challenges and driving actionable solutions.

Enhance sourcing strategies and processes to support global growth, operational scalability, and continuous process improvement within the People function.

Your Skills

Proven experience in business development, project management, or a similar role—ideally within fast-paced, scale-up environments—supported by a degree in business, management, or a related field.

Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and drive results.

Exceptional communication skills, enabling effective influence and engagement with senior stakeholders.

Solution-oriented and decisive, thriving in dynamic, fast-changing environments with a growth-hacking mindset and strong business acumen to identify and implement innovative solutions.

Fluency in English required; German language skills are a strong plus.

Our Offer

Work full-time remotely or from the Berlin office

Modern IT equipment & support

Personal growth with the contribution of own ideas

Be part of Europe's leading digital automotive platform!

Join us, building the best way to buy and sell cars!

You do not meet % of the requirements? Take your shot and apply anyway! We offer room for growth and challenges to learn from.

Contact
Anita Mare

At AUTO1 Group we live an open culture, believe in direct communication, and value diversity. We welcome every applicant; regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual identity, disability, or any other non-merit factor.