Senior Buyer - Construction

Sanderson; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Buyer to enhance their procurement strategies within the construction sector. This role involves selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in strategic procurement, strong project management skills, and proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will significantly impact project success and supplier relationships, all while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in strategic procurement in construction.
• Strong project management and communication skills required.

Aufgaben

• Select suppliers and negotiate contracts for construction projects.
• Monitor economic factors and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and oversee procurement systems.

Kenntnisse

Strategic Procurement

Project Management

Communication Skills

Category Management

Data Analysis

Ausbildung

Third-level qualification in supply chain

Tools

Procurement Software

ERP Systems (SAP)

Jobbeschreibung

A new opportunity to join a leading global construction company as a Senior Buyer on projects in Germany.

Responsibilities:

• Select suppliers that meet quality, compliance, and cost requirements
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring contract adherence and regular reviews
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and manage supply continuity risks
• Monitor economic and geopolitical factors affecting construction materials
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., GMP)
• Conduct analyses to identify value creation opportunities (e.g., sourcing, process improvements)
• Manage Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), ensuring suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery targets
• Lead quarterly supplier reviews and create supplier profiles
• Implement procurement strategies, including agreements and rebates
• Drive sustainability initiatives
• Oversee ERP-based procurement and material management systems
• Provide leadership and direction to the team
• Perform additional duties as required

Requirements:

• Background in strategic procurement within the construction industry
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in Category Management
• Process and procedure-driven
• Proficient in procurement software, ERP systems like SAP, and data analysis tools
• Third-level qualification in supply chain or related discipline an advantage
• The ability to travel as required

Great rewards: A very competitive salary and benefits.