Technical Purchaser (m/w/d/x) - Full or part time

SPHEREA; Ulm; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A technology company specializing in procurement in Ulm is looking for a Technical Procurement Specialist. In this role, you will coordinate procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, and support project teams to ensure smooth operations. Requirements include a relevant degree, fluency in German and English, and experience in technical procurement. The position offers attractive compensation, flexible work hours, and additional perks such as health benefits and a dynamic team environment.

Leistungen

Attractive compensation

Flexible working hours

Health benefits

Team events

Bike leasing

Qualifikationen

• Degree in a related field or comparable qualification.
• Solid understanding of technical procurement.
• Experience with project teams and technical documents.

Aufgaben

• Conduct operational procurement in coordination with project teams.
• Manage supplier relationships and procurement data.
• Support customer projects from proposal phase to delivery.

Kenntnisse

Technical procurement experience

Contractual knowledge

Fluent German

Fluent English

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ausbildung

Technical or business-related degree (e.g. industrial engineering)

Jobbeschreibung

These are your main tasks

In an international project environment, the entire supply chain is essential to the success of our company. You request quotes, compare prices, negotiate with suppliers, and keep an eye on all key data. International sourcing, logistics, sustainability, and smart purchasing strategies are also part of your role. In short: you bring technology, projects, and procurement together in a smart and efficient way!

This results in the following areas of responsibility:

• Operational and technical procurement of components and systems in close coordination with our project teams by identifying cross-project needs and leveraging synergies across the company
• Supporting customer projects through smooth material and component procurement – from the proposal phase to final delivery – in close collaboration with project management, engineering, and sales
• Capturing and evaluating project-specific requirements and deriving appropriate procurement strategies – always with the bigger picture in mind
• Preparing requests for quotation (RFQs), conducting offer comparisons, and independently negotiating prices in a technically demanding small-series environment
• Coordinating all commercial, technical, and project-related details with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Managing purchase orders, negotiating terms and conditions, and maintaining and monitoring relevant procurement data
• Supporting the further development of supplier relationships
• Assisting in the identification of procurement risks and implementing appropriate mitigation measures
• Supporting international procurement processes, including logistics and customs handling
• Contributing to the implementation of sustainability requirements and supply chain standards

This is our offer

• Attractive compensation in accordance with the collective agreement of the metal and electrical industry, plus a company pension plan
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home
• A dynamic team environment with regular events and individual development opportunities
• Health-promoting benefits such as free health checks and discounted gym memberships
• A modern workplace in our well-equipped labs and offices
• Additional perks like bike leasing, support with finding housing or relocating, monthly team breakfasts, and more
• Regular team events and a strong team spirit
• In addition to bike leasing, you can also use our team bikes and team car for private purposes
• Fresh fruit, access to exclusive Corporate Benefits, and other nice extras

These skills are needed

• you have successfully completed a technical or business-related degree (e.g. industrial engineering) or possess a comparable qualification
• You have a solid technical understanding and ideally experience in technical procurement or a similar field
• You are well-versed in contractual and legal aspects of the procurement process
• You enjoy working closely with project teams and technical departments and are confident handling technical documents such as bills of materials or drawings
• You approach negotiations with confidence and a solution-oriented mindset, and you know how to strike the right tone with suppliers and partners
• german language has to be spoken and written fluently
• You think entrepreneurially, act pragmatically, and have a good sense for sustainable solutions
• You work independently, in a structured and responsible manner – even in a dynamic project environment
• You are proficient in using Microsoft Office
• You have excellent German and English language skills, both written and spoken

Trial work day

Still unsure whether SPHEREA is right for you? Then take a look over the shoulder of one of our colleagues and get to know SPHEREA during a no-obligation trial work day. Feel free to contact us to arrange this.