Hays – Working for your tomorrow | Germany | 07xxx Saalfeld/Saale | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 27.05.2026 on stepstone.de
Strategic buyer in an industrial environment (m/f/d)
Genuine purchasing professionals are fast, very in demand and accordingly high is their market value. Whether in operational or strategic shopping, in indirect or direct shopping, in the line or as a project expert, Hays opens doors to you and advises you free of charge at your next career step. Depending on your interests and ideas, we will give you the right job. Register and benefit from interesting and matching positions and projects that are not advertised on the market. We look forward to seeing you. .
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
You analyze and evaluate international suppliers and identify new sources of procurement You develop and implement product group strategies in the field of machines and tools You ensure compliance with quality standards as well as delivery schedule You realize sustainable cost optimization in close coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers You conduct price and contract negotiations and optimize existing framework agreements You are responsible for supplier management including performance assessment and development You regularly report to the purchasing management and proactively introduce optimization potentials
You have completed their studies in the field of business management, engineering or a comparable qualification You bring well-founded professional experience in strategic purchasing, ideally in the industrial environment and technical product groups with You have strong negotiating skills and enforcement strength at international level You are characterized by an analytical, structured and solution-oriented approach You have pronounced communication skills and are confident of internal and external interfaces You are safe in handling MS Office as well as common ERP systems (e.g. SAP) You speak German and safe English
It expects a responsible position in a future-oriented industrial environment You benefit from an indefinite fixation with attractive remuneration You will get access to individual development and training opportunities You work in a modern working environment with short decision-making You enjoy flexible working hours and a balanced work-life balance You benefit from additional social benefits and employee offers You can actively contribute to the development of purchasing strategies and processes Details on the working time model and possible home office regulations are discussed in the application process. Content information
Our client creates an attractive salary package according to the professional experience of up to EUR 70,000
Location
 | Hays – Working for your tomorrow | |
| 07318 Saalfeld/Saale | ||
| Germany |
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