Senior Procurement Specialist (m/f/d) (ID: 22562)

Da Vinci Engineering GmbH; Frankfurt; Presencial; EUR 70 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Da Vinci Engineering GmbH in Germany seeks an experienced procurement professional to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management across R&D and functional teams. You will lead negotiations, develop local sourcing frameworks, and ensure compliant execution within SAP/ERP systems.

The role emphasizes project management, change management, and cross-functional collaboration with German and English-speaking stakeholders.

Qualificações

• Degree with business or technical focus or comparable qualification.
• 5-7+ years of purchasing experience; automotive industry experience is a plus.
• Proven track record in handling complex sourcing projects, strategic negotiations, and high spend volumes.
• Solid experience or strong interest in project management (e.g., ERP rollouts, process design).
• Firm experience with MS Office, SAP is a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and networking skills.
• Good German and English skills.

Responsabilidades

• Key Stakeholder & Supplier Management: Handle complex indirect procurement requirements from R&D and functional departments, acting as a key partner for strategic suppliers.
• High-Value Sourcing & Negotiations: Lead complex sourcing projects, manage high-volume baskets, and drive price/contract negotiations to achieve optimal commercial conditions.
• Strategy & Sourcing Frameworks: Develop local sourcing strategies and decision frameworks for strategic cost reduction and value creation.
• Compliant Execution: Operate and optimize procurement systems (SAP/ERP) to ensure fully compliant ordering processes.
• Procurement Transformation & Special Topics: Contribute to and drive dedicated sub-projects to enhance procurement efficiency (e.g., ERP implementation/rollouts, drafting process templates, and refining guidelines).
• Management Relief & Escalations: Act as a first escalation point for operational issues and provide direct support/deputization for the Head of Procurement as required.
• Operational Coordination (Optional / On Demand): Depending on capacity and project needs, option to support the functional coordination of day-to-day operations and provide guidance to junior team members.

Conhecimentos

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

German language

English language

Communication

Formação académica

Degree in business or technical field

Ferramentas

SAP

MS Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are searching intelligent and innovative employees. If you are interested in working for a dynamic company with flat hierarchy, we look forward to receiving your application.

• Key Stakeholder & Supplier Management: Handle complex indirect procurement requirements from R&D and functional departments, acting as a key partner for strategic suppliers
• High-Value Sourcing & Negotiations: Lead complex sourcing projects, manage high-volume baskets, and drive price/contract negotiations to achieve optimal commercial conditions
• Strategy & Sourcing Frameworks: Develop local sourcing strategies and decision frameworks for strategic cost reduction and value creation
• Compliant Execution: Operate and optimize procurement systems (SAP/ERP) to ensure fully compliant ordering processes
• Procurement Transformation & Special Topics: Contribute to and drive dedicated sub-projects to en hance procurement efficiency (e.g., supporting ERP implementation/rollouts, drafting process templates, and refining guidelines)
• Management Relief & Escalations: Act as a first escalation point for operational issues and provide direct support/deputization for the Head of Procurement as required
• Operational Coordination (Optional / On Demand): Depending on capacity and project needs, option to support the functional coordination of day-to-day operations and provide guidance to junior team members

Your profile:

• Degree with business or technical focus or comparable qualification
• 5-7+ years of purchasing experience; automotive industry experience is a plus
• Proven track record in handling complex sourcing projects, strategic negotiations, and high spend volumes
• Solid experience or strong interest in project management (e.g., ERP rollouts, process design)
• Firm experience with MS Office, SAP is a plus
• Strong communication, interpersonal and networking skills
• Advanced analytical, negotiation, and change-management skills
• Good German and English skills

You can expect ...

• Experience in exciting and international projects
• Continuous salary development
• On-the-job training and language courses
• Appreciation, motivation and commitment

Nothing provides more motivation than success. Da Vinci Engineering is highly committed to ensuring the own employees' success. Become a part of us!