Trainee in Procurement (f/m/d)

Uniper; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 40.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global energy company in Düsseldorf is looking for trainees for a comprehensive 18-24 month program focused on procurement. You will develop a deep understanding of the business, engage in exciting projects, and receive mentorship throughout your journey. We're seeking candidates with degrees in business or related fields, strong communication abilities, and proficiency in English. This role offers flexible working arrangements and great opportunities for professional growth and networking.

Leistungen

Individual mentoring

Flexible working hours

Free employee gym

Health benefits

Employer-funded pension contributions

Qualifikationen

• Successfully completed studies in business, management, engineering, or related fields.
• First practical experience through internships or working student activities.
• Communication skills and the ambition and skills to network among different stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Develop a deep understanding of Uniper’s business during the trainee program.
• Learn from experts in various fields and work on your own projects.
• Build a deep understanding of procurement and drive cost/value improvements.

Kenntnisse

Motivation to learn and develop

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Adequate digital skills

Proficiency in English

Ausbildung

Degree in business, management, engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes.

Your responsibilities

• During the 18-24 months trainee program, you will develop a deep understanding of Uniper’s business, its value drivers, and the business environment
• You will learn from experts in various fields, build a network, and work on your own projects, where you can contribute your ideas.
• You will contribute to our active trainee community, receive many training courses and development opportunities, and network with the trainee community
• You will start in Procurement for the first six months of your trainee program and then rotate flexibly along your individual career development path and interests across the organization – you design your individual placement plan and receive support from your own mentor
• In your home unit Procurement, you will build a deep understanding of Uniper’s business, take ownership of key procurement projects, drive cost and value improvements, develop suppliers, support sustainability and diversity goals, steer strategic and tactical sourcing activities, and design, negotiate, and implement fit‑for‑purpose contracts.

Your profile

• Successfully completed studies in business, management, engineering, operations management, economics, information sciences, finance, accounting, or a related field.
• First practical experience gained through internships or working student activities, ideally including intercultural experiences.
• Motivation to learn and develop in an international environment, taking the initiative and proactivity while working in various teams.
• Communication skills and the ambition and skills to network among different stakeholders paired with analytical skills.
• Adequate digital skills and capabilities to work with data and AI tools.
• Proficiency in English is required, German is a plus.

Your benefits

During your 18- or 24-month traineeship at Uniper, you will get to know various divisions and gain valuable experience for your future. In addition to some predefined stations, you can flexibly combine other departments that you would like to pass through and work in an international environment with team members from over 80 countries. In coordination with your team and the requirements of your tasks, you can choose how, when and where you want to work. Based in Germany, the program gives you a deep insight into our day‑to‑day business and helps you to explore your personal strengths. You will also have the opportunity to bring in and enhance your interpersonal and teamwork skills. Individual mentoring and a buddy from day one will ensure you have the best possible foundation for the next step in your career at Uniper. We are fortunate that, on average, more than 95 % of all trainees remain with our team after their program and take on an appropriate follow‑up position.

Work-Life-Balance / New Normal

• Choosing how, where, and when to work in accordance with your team and the requirements of your job
• Ergonomic and modern work place equipment for your place to work (home & office)
• Support to balance private life and work: family service
• 30 days per year

Learning & Development

• Individual personal/professional development
• Mentoring
• Buddy program
• International experience

Networking

• Large international and diverse trainee community
• Career network & events
• initiatives for social commitment

Health offerings

• Flu vaccination
• Preventive health benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Free employee gym at the Düsseldorf location

Mobility

• Free parking at our location in Düsseldorf
• E-car charging stations at almost all Uniper locations

Finance and Company pension

• Group accident insurance
• Employer-funded contributions to a modern pension system
• Possibility of self-funded contributions with employer-funded matching

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

Your contact

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at:

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Attention!

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As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.