Area
Europe
Location
Ludwigshafen
Junior Buyer
ABOUT THE JOB:
Main Focus Area:
- Manage the procurement of various parts, tactical materials, and services with optimized pricing, delivery, and terms, staying within budget.
- Responsible as European category manager for assigned categories
- Accomplish all administrative activities according to the standard procedures and programs to ensure a transparent, reliable and up-to-date purchase-administration.
- Identifies potential suppliers and issues requests for quotations.
- Conduct reverse auctions and analyze supplier offers.
- Issue and follow up on purchase orders; expedite as needed.
- Evaluate vendors based on price, quality, delivery speed, payment terms, and other key factors.
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure reliable and high-quality service and goods.
- Monitors market trends and conditions.
- Act as SAP Function Administrator for the Materials Management (MM) module, including procurement and vendor master data.
- Maintain vendor files and ensure accurate documentation of orders, amendments, and shipping notices.
- Enter standard and framework purchase orders in SAP.
- Manage assigned procurement categories, including vendor management, supplier audits, and strategic sourcing alignment across sites.
ABOUT YOU:
- Completed minumum Associate Degree or equivalent education.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a procurement or related role within a manufacturing environment.
- Solid understanding of procurement processes and vendor management.
- Quick comprehension, flexibility, and strong communication skills.
- Fluent in German and English, both spoken and written.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Experience with SAP R/3, especially the Materials Management (MM) module, is highly desirable.
BENEFITS:
- An intercultural team with strong cohesion at all locations.
- Attractive remuneration and benefits package as well as support in the area of further training and qualification.
- In addition, promotion of health measures and a gym allowance as well as an on-site canteen including a meal allowance.
CONTACT US:
If you want to be part of a fast growing global company, please apply to: Patrick.Skwierawski@almatis.com