Procurement Associate (m/f/d)

KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 36.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hours

Hybrid work model

International SSC experience

Zusammenfassung

KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA in Berlin seeks a Procurement Associate (m/f/d) to support procurement operations, stakeholder management, and process optimization.

The role is fixed-term for 24 months, 38 hours per week, based in Berlin. You will process requisitions, POs, and contracts, manage internal requests, support RFQ, analyze spending, and drive end-to-end procurement excellence while collaborating with multiple functions across the organization.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
• Interest in procurement and a proactive, learning-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in German and English; further EU languages are a plus.
• High affinity for IT tools, including very good Excel; knowledge of SAP CPH is a plus.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Aufgaben

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

Kenntnisse

German

English

Communication

Organization

Proactive learning

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

SAP CPH

Jobbeschreibung

AtKWS 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 German and English; Spanish, Italian, 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.