Procurement Specialist(m/f/d)

Lotus Cars Europe; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen engagierten Procurement Specialist, um das Team in Frankfurt zu verstärken. In dieser spannenden Rolle sind Sie für die Zusammenarbeit mit strategischen Partnern und die Entwicklung lokaler Lieferanten verantwortlich. Sie werden eine Schlüsselrolle in der Optimierung der Beschaffungsprozesse spielen und innovative Lösungen im Bereich der Elektromobilität vorantreiben. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Technologie haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, sich weiterzuentwickeln und zur Zukunft der Automobilindustrie beizutragen.

Qualifikationen

• Mindestens 2 Jahre Erfahrung im Einkauf, vorzugsweise in der Automobilindustrie.
• Interesse an Technologie und Innovation mit der Fähigkeit, komplexe technische Probleme zu verstehen.

Aufgaben

• Zusammenarbeit mit dem strategischen Beschaffungsteam zur Erfüllung von Anforderungen.
• Entwicklung lokaler Beschaffungsstrategien und Leitung strategischer Kostenreduktionsinitiativen.

Kenntnisse

Verhandlungsgeschick

Datenanalyse

Projektmanagement

Teamarbeit

Technisches Verständnis

Ausbildung

Universitätsabschluss in Betriebswirtschaft oder Ingenieurwesen

Tools

MS Office (insbesondere Excel und PowerPoint)

Jobbeschreibung

Lotus Cars builds world-class, high-performance, and lightweight sports cars sold worldwide.

Lotus Tech Innovation Centre in Germany is a top-tier engineering facility focused on electric mobility and the development of next-generation vehicles. It hosts a team of 200 passionate experts. To support our growth, we are seeking a Procurement Specialist to join our Procurement team at our office in Raunheim, near Frankfurt.

What you'll do:

1. Collaborate with our strategic procurement team to fulfill requirements from R&D and other departments.
2. Identify and develop local suppliers, and work with team members and stakeholders to expand our supplier and cost database.
3. Partner with suppliers and R&D units on innovation projects to develop future vehicle models.
4. Serve as the procurement contact for stakeholders and handle supplier issues as the first escalation point.
5. Develop local sourcing strategies and lead strategic cost reduction initiatives.
6. Lead sourcing projects and negotiate prices with key suppliers.
7. Participate in end-to-end optimization projects with cross-functional teams.
8. Manage procurement systems and ensure compliance with ordering processes.
9. Research and implement best practices and innovations industry-wide.
10. Perform other procurement-related tasks as needed.

What you'll bring:

1. A university degree in business, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent qualification.
2. At least 2 years of purchasing experience; experience in the automotive industry is advantageous.
3. Strong negotiation skills.
4. Interest in technology and innovation, with the ability to understand complex technical issues.
5. Efficient data collection and analysis skills.
6. Proficiency in German and English (written and spoken); knowledge of Chinese is a plus.
7. Project management and teamwork abilities.
8. An independent, organized, and proactive personality.
9. Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, formulas) and PowerPoint.

About Our Company:

Group Lotus is a renowned sports car manufacturer with a 75-year legacy of iconic design, innovative engineering, and F1 victories. We are evolving into a global performance car brand with a focus on electric vehicles. Notable launches include the all-electric Eletre hyper-SUV in 2022 and the Emeya Hyper-GT in 2023.

Joining Lotus means pushing boundaries—both in the automotive industry and personally. Our diverse, international team operates from our European headquarters in Amsterdam. We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and providing accommodations during the hiring process.

Discover what it means to be sophisticated, rebellious, and pioneering with Lotus Cars Europe. Visit our careers site and join our exciting journey.

Lotus Cars Europe B.V. manages marketing, sales, and after-sales services for Lotus vehicles across Europe. Our team is based in Amsterdam.

Group Lotus continues its legacy of iconic design and engineering excellence, transforming into a leader in electric performance vehicles with launches like the Eletre and Emeya. Every Lotus team member shares the pioneering spirit of founder Colin Chapman.