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About the role
- Buyer supporting operational purchasing tasks such as tracking delivery dates and contract negotiations for Coperion, an industry leader in compounding and extrusion.
Responsibilities
- Support the operational purchasing team, including tracking delivery dates, order confirmations, etc.
- Lead and conclude price and contract negotiations.
- Develop commodity group and supplier strategies.
- Analyze and optimize internal and external process workflows.
- Actively participate in procurement projects.
Requirements
- University degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Initial experience in international strategic procurement of mechanical engineering components is an advantage.
- Strong numerical aptitude and targeted use of KPIs.
- Quick comprehension and proficiency in using a modern ERP system.
- Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Good written and spoken English skills.
- Independent, structured, and proactive working style.
- Strong communication skills.
- Career changers / lateral entry possible.
Benefits
- 40-hour week; performance-based pay in accordance with the IG Metall collective agreement.
- 30 days annual leave plus additional special and educational leave.
- Holiday and Christmas bonuses.
- Contractual additional pay.
- Employer contribution to the Metallrente (pension) after the probation period.
- Company canteen with subsidized prices and outdoor terrace.
- Free parking with charging stations.
- Fruit basket and free water.
- Family-friendly company.
- Mobile working / remote work options.
- Flexible working hours.
- Time-off in lieu.
- International team.
- Flat hierarchies.
- Collaborative, non-hierarchical work culture.
- Open communication and constructive feedback culture.
- Company events: welcome breakfasts, anniversary breakfasts, Christmas party, end-of-season barbecue events, and various regular events.
- Job ticket (commuter pass).
- Employee discounts.
- Anniversary bonus.
- Cash rewards for operational improvement suggestions.
- Financial contributions for weddings.
- Referral bonuses through our “Employees Recommend Employees” program.
- Individual onboarding plans and mentorship by an experienced buddy.
- Internal training offers (DIOSNA Academy, LinkedIn Learning) as well as tailored external training measures.
- Hansefit (company fitness program).
- Ergonomic workstations with height-adjustable desks.
- Healthy canteen options.
- Company doctor (occupational physician).
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