Digitalization and Project Buyer (m/f/d)

RAPA SE; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 68,477 - 102,716; Full time

Job summary

RAPA is seeking a Digitalization and Project Buyer (m/f/d) in Selb, Germany. You will analyze, digitize and optimize procurement processes, manage digitization projects and develop workflows including AI-powered applications.

You will use data analytics to increase transparency and procurement performance, support client projects as a core team member, and liaise with international locations, R&D, manufacturing specialists and suppliers.

Qualifications

• A degree in engineering, business, or business informatics.
• Several years of professional experience in automotive procurement, supply chain management, or the field of digitalization.
• Analytical thinking and a structured, independent approach to work.
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Analysis, Optimization, and Digitization of Procurement Processes
• Management and implementation of digitization processes within procurement
• Development of workflows and integration of new technologies, including AI-powered applications
• Use of data analytics to increase transparency and procurement performance
• Supporting client projects as a member of the core team
• Identifying and implementing cost‑reduction opportunities and procurement strategies within the project team (in line with the procurement strategy)
• Serving as a liaison with procurement organizations at international locations, R&D, manufacturing specialists, and suppliers

Skills

Automotive procurement

Supply chain management

Digitalization

Analytical thinking

German language

English language

Education

Engineering, Business, or Business Informatics degree

Job description

Digitalization and Project Buyer (m/f/d)

Business division: RAPA Automotive
Entry level: Experienced professionals
Field of work: Commercial professions
Location: Selb, Germany

New technologies, new products, new locations, sustainability in the supply chain, and digitalization—all of these present our procurement department with a wide range of challenges. If you enjoy a varied role in a dynamic environment, want to apply your skills in both theory and practice, and are eager to make a difference and help shape the future, we warmly welcome you.

• Analysis, Optimization, and Digitization of Procurement Processes
• Management and implementation of digitization processes within procurement
• Development of workflows and integration of new technologies, including AI-powered applications
• Use of data analytics to increase transparency and procurement performance
• Supporting client projects as a member of the core team
• Identifying and implementing cost‑reduction opportunities and procurement strategies within the project team (in line with the procurement strategy)
• Serving as a liaison with procurement organizations at international locations, R&D, manufacturing specialists, and suppliers

Your profile

• A degree in engineering, business, or business informatics
• Several years of professional experience in automotive procurement, supply chain management, or the field of digitalization
• Analytical thinking skills and a structured, independent approach to work
• Ability to communicate and facilitate discussions in a results‑oriented manner, with a high degree of goal achievement
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills
• Willingness to travel

Work at RAPA

RAPA is a recognized development partner and supplier to the automotive industry, as well as to numerous customers in the healthcare and industrial sectors. Our product portfolio includes valves and system solutions for hydraulic and pneumatic applications. Today, our success is driven by nearly 1,000 employees worldwide in Germany, the U.S., and China. At the heart of all our activities is the corporate philosophy of a medium‑sized family‑owned business—and has been for over 100 years.

We offer responsible and challenging roles with the freedom to shape your work and take initiative, as well as flat hierarchies and short lines of communication. As a family‑run company, we place a high value on teamwork and collegiality. Fair compensation is a given for us.