Advanced Procurement Engineer (all genders)

About tonies:

tonies is the world’s largest interactive audio platform for children with around 8 million Tonieboxes and more than 100 million Tonies figurines sold. The intuitive and award-winning audio system has changed the way young children play and learn independently with its child-safe, wireless, and screen-free approach. As the original category creator in interactive audio for children, tonies stands apart in its pioneering approach and market leadership.

Tonieboxes have been activated in over 100 countries, the content portfolio includes more than 1,100 Tonies figurines in several languages. Since its inception, tonies has achieved significant milestones, including listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2021 as well as a globally present team of over 550 dedicated professionals operating from various countries.

Joining our tonies team means being part of an inspiring mission to create innovative and meaningful experiences for children around the world. Together, we’re shaping the future of play, learning, and imagination.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or similar

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management in a manufacturing environment

• Proven track record of leading successful Design-to-Cost in a complex design or manufacturing environment

• Experience in industries such as electronics, automotive, aerospace, or industrial manufacturing

• Problem-solving mindset with an ability to drive cost savings and efficiency improvements

• Ability to negotiate favorable terms while maintaining strong supplier relationships

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Proficiency in ERP and project management software (e.g., SAP, MS Project, or similar)

• Fluency in English and German – any additional languages are a plus

• Willingness to travel for supplier audits, negotiations, and industry conferences

Good to know:

As part of our principles, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at tonies. We actively celebrate our colleagues’ different abilities, ethnicities, faith and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us.

We look forward to hearing from you!

You as part of tonies:

As Advanced Procurement Engineer (all genders), you are a key member in our organization, optimizing sourcing strategies, driving cost-effective procurement solutions, and ensuring supplier collaboration in the early stages of product development. This position requires a strategic mindset, technical expertise, and strong negotiation skills to support Design-to-Cost (DTC) initiatives, secure high-quality suppliers, and contribute to the overall business objectives.

Joining us, you’ll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of how we partner with world-class suppliers in one of the most exciting and creative areas of our business. Your expertise will drive impactful campaigns, optimize resources, and elevate our marketing initiatives on a global scale. Together, we’ll optimize performance, foster innovation, and set new standards in procurement excellence.

Your tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Act as a bridge between R&D, Engineering, and Procurement, ensuring that cost, quality, and supply chain considerations are integrated from the early design phases

• Develop and implement Design-to-Cost (DTC) strategies for assigned material groups

• Challenge design choices to find cost-effective alternatives without compromising performance, safety, or quality.

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify global and local suppliers based on technical capabilities, cost-effectiveness, and reliability

• Utilize data-driven procurement methods (e.g., Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), should-cost analysis)

• Lead workshops with suppliers to explore cost-saving opportunities and innovative solutions

• Ensure supplier alignment with design, prototyping, and manufacturing requirements

• Monitor and mitigate risks in the supply chain, including supply disruptions, geopolitical risks, and raw material shortages