Strategic Buyer

The Alfred Wegener Institute is one of the few scientific institutions in the world that are equally active in Arctic and Antarctica. It coordinates German polar research, but also explores the North Sea and its German coastal regions. With its innovative research, an excellent scientific infrastructure and many years of expertise, the Alfred Wegener Institute examines practically all areas of the Earth system - from the atmosphere to the bottom of the seas. Understanding the climate of the earth is increasingly at the heart of scientific work.

The Purchasing Division is responsible for the cross-site procurement of supplies and services, including construction services, using the provisions of national and EU-wide procurement law, with an average annual purchase volume of over 70 million. Euro.

For the professional and successful execution of procurement measures of deliveries and services, including construction services, we are looking for a:n strategic:n buyer:in.

Location: Bremerhaven

They are responsible for the independent preparation and implementation of, in some cases, complex national and EU-wide tender procedures from delivery, service and construction services, including necessary negotiation to the conclusion of the contract. In principle, compliance with public procurement rules is to be ensured. They continuously monitor the implementation of supply, service and work contracts in terms of transit times, supplements and performance disorders. They support the creation of all procurement and contract documents and advise during the different phases until the completion of the respective procurement measure. You work in a team with buyers:inside, technicians:inside, scientists:inside and various external They contribute to strategic projects with a purchasing relevance, optimize processes in their own work area and thus improve efficiency and cooperation at the interfaces. In doing so, you understand that you will combine the diverse interests in a targeted manner. Tasks: processing/implementation of various procurement procedures for the procurement of supply, service and construction services, including architectural and technical design services; Coordination of procurement procedures Own-responsible final production, processing and testing of award documents and contracts design and testing of legally compliant procurement procedures; Examination of documents necessary in the award procedure independent market analysis (research, experiences, reports, etc.) Enlightenment and negotiation talks with applicants and tenderers Implementation of the commercial and legal and accompanying technical tenders, answering tender questions support in the preparation of legal opinions in procurement and contract law; Cooperation with trade unions Accompanying the processing of legal fees Implementation of cost-effectiveness calculations/examinations

Complete master's degree, preferably in the fields of law, business management, architecture, civil engineering, or alternatively equivalent acquired in-depth knowledge in purchasing extensive knowledge of procurement law (GWB, VgV, VOB, UVgO) and contract law are desirable A multiannual professional practice appropriate for this position in the procurement law for the independent implementation of (EU) procurement procedures is also desirable ideally multi-annual relevant experience in independent application/design of contract law Very good commercial understanding Impressed skill in conversation and negotiation and enforcement Expert knowledge in the application of Word and Excel, presentation and moderation techniques Safe handling of the German language in word and writing Good knowledge of English in word and writing High service orientation Flexibility and organizational skills, structured working, designated team capacity, social competence and friendly appearance

an unlimited position in full time at the largest scientific organization in Germany Home office up to 50% is possible Childcare with own nativity Holiday care for children