Strategic Buyer - Technical Procurement (m/f/d)

-; Krefeld; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading international company in Krefeld is seeking a Strategic Buyer for Technical Procurement to procure machinery and services for air separation plants. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience, along with skills in negotiation, supplier management, and compliance with regulations. This full-time role offers various benefits including a hybrid work model and opportunities for personal development.

Leistungen

30 days of vacation

Personal development through further training programs

Company pension scheme

Subsidized train tickets

Company bikes

Subsidy for the canteen

Company fitness

Corporate benefits

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of work experience.
• Preferred certifications: CIPS, CPSM, Lean Six Sigma.
• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken).

Aufgaben

• Procure machinery, components, and services for air separation plants.
• Negotiate with national and international suppliers.
• Manage supplier qualification, development, and audits.
• Lead procurement for selected projects.

Kenntnisse

Sourcing strategies development

Cost reduction

Contract management

Supply chain risk mitigation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or Industrial Engineering or in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Jobbeschreibung

For our Engineering Team in Krefeld we are looking for a

Strategic Buyer - Technical Procurement (m/f/d)

Reference number: 56/2025

Our benefits

• A varied and challenging job in an international, successful and economically stable company where your commitment is valued
• Personal development through further training programs
• 30 days of vacation
• The possibility of mobile working
• Company pension scheme and long-term accounts
• Free parking and subsidized train tickets and company bikes
• Subsidy for the canteen, company fitness, corporate benefits

Responsibilities

• Procure machinery, components, and services for air separation plants
• Negotiate with national and international suppliers
• Monitor bids, prepare comparisons, and evaluate offers
• Manage supplier qualification, development, and audits
• Ensure compliance with German and international guidelines and laws
• Report project and cost center spend
• Handle claims in collaboration with technical experts
• Lead procurement for selected projects and support subsidiaries on CAPEX projects
• Collaborate closely with related departments

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or Industrial Engineering or in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration with technical exposure
• Minimum 5 years of work experience
• Preferred certifications: CIPS, CPSM, Lean Six Sigma

Expertise

• Knowledge of plant engineering basics and CAPEX/OPEX procurement
• Skilled in interpreting technical specifications, drawings, and BOMs
• Experience in category management, cost analysis, and contract negotiation
• Knowledge of EPC contract frameworks, commercial law, and ESG compliance

Skills

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for plant-related materials and services
• Achieve cost reductions while ensuring quality and project goals
• Manage contracts, mitigate supply chain risks, and ensure sustainability

• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), e-sourcing platforms, and data analytics tools
• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken)

Abteilung Engineering Locations Krefeld Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time