asmodee is a world leader in board games that wants to bring people together with great games and fascinating stories (great games, amazing stories). At the Stockholm Nasdaq listed and headquartered in France, we employ more than 2,200 people worldwide in our own creative studios and associated support areas. We have one of the world's largest catalogs of board games with cult titles such as CATAN®, Zug um Zug®, Dobble® and Exploding Kittens®. With a mix of our own ideas and games, our portfolio includes hundreds of titles on digital and analog platforms.

At asmodee we are committed to inclusion, growth and recognition and promote a working environment in which everyone feels appreciated. Working with us means creating unforgettable gaming experiences while contributing to a more sustainable, connected world. In Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Asmodee GmbH is responsible for the distribution and marketing of the well-known games of our international partners. Find out how our employees, games and sustainability initiatives do something and shape the future of board games. Sit on our table! To strengthen our team at the Essen site, we are looking for a Head of Purchase (m/w/d)

This function is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the entire shopping area. It ensures a market-oriented, economically successful and forward-looking product range and contributes significantly to the profitability of the company. It identifies market trends at an early stage, builds new suppliers and partner networks and continuously develops purchasing in terms of purchasing prices, stocks and product quality. In addition, it leads the area of localization. Continuous development and implementation of a future-oriented purchasing strategy, combined with the expansion and expansion of long-term business relations with established companies and innovative start-ups Responsible selection, evaluation and development of national and international suppliers, including the identification of new products, games and concepts with high market and sales potential Independent management of demanding price, contract and contract negotiations until the conclusion of national and international supplier contracts Professional supplier management including performance and quality assessment to ensure economically optimal purchasing conditions Responsibility for stock sizes, stock optimization, stock handling speed (LUG), security stocks and capital retention in close coordination with the Sales & Purchase Analytics Team Analysis of sales figures, ranges and demand forecasts Active co-design and further development of the product range including the identification of high turnover and high-margin products Consistent adjustment of the range of articles with long-term low demand (“Sortiments Cleansing”) capital retention in close coordination with the Sales & Purchase Analytics Team Permanent observation of international markets to identify trends and opportunities for the German-speaking market at an early stage Identification of new manufacturers, licensors and innovative product ideas and analysis of sales and market potentials Close cooperation with sales and marketing for optimal assortment, sales and campaign planning as well as coordination with Sales & Purchase Analytics / Controlling, Logistics and Management Development of common marketing strategies based on market and sales data Promoting AI implementation and continuous development throughout the entire purchasing process

Successfully completed business studies or a comparable commercial qualification with corresponding professional training Multiannual professional experience in a leading shopping function, ideally in toy, publishing or trading environment Found experience in strategic purchasing as well as international supplier management and extensive experience in contract design and contract negotiations Very good knowledge in purchasing controlling, inventory management and range planning Safe handling of economic indicators as well as experience or knowledge in the areas of forecasting, demand planning and inventory control Very good knowledge of the application of MS Office (especially Excel, PowerBI) and ERP systems (SAGE, SAP) supplemented by AI user knowledge Good user knowledge in handling a project management tool e.g. Asana Embossed interest in and knowledge of board games, card games and pop culture with industry knowledge among others in the field of Trading Card Games (TCG), Collectible Card Games (CCG), accessories and merchandise German and English knowledge in word and writing Multiannual experience in the professional and disciplinary leadership of larger teams and detectable experience in monitoring change processes Impressed communication and motivation Entrepreneurial thinking with high decision-making strength and outcome orientation Innovation joy and feel for market and product trends and high affinity for process optimization using AI

Whether shirt, blouse or blazer, jeans & sneakers, come as you are - we value your skills and an authentic personality In addition to exciting challenges and development opportunities, you can expect an annual gross salary of €88,000 to €98,000 (Fixum & Bonus), depending on your qualification and professional experience A good work-life balance through flexible working hours and a family-friendly, hybrid working model with a balanced combination of mobile work and office presence LinkedIn Learning Account to help shape your personal and professional development Free company membership Urban Sports Club - today fitness, tomorrow yoga and overnight spa Flat hierarchies as well as respectful duz culture in all areas You experience a good, targeted onboarding, where many colleagues and your direct supervisor support you Your dog is welcome in our office For charitable work we give you two additional days of holiday by Volunteer-Days Together we work with you to reduce the ecological footprint of our games Benefits such as bicycle leasing, height adjustable desk, ergonomic chair, food subsidy, water, coffee, tea and fruit are of course for us We grant your occupational pensions from the seventh month of service You can also provide with us for seriousness - through the possibility of an occupational disability insurance in the collective You get attractive employee discounts on the entire asmodee range of games and accessories and can participate in events (such as shared games evenings) Welcome to us! We stand for equal opportunities, diversity and an inclusive working environment. Our goal is to create a working environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. For us this means bringing together all people, regardless of their perceived differences. Applications for people with severe disabilities are expressly desired and are preferably taken into account with the same qualification. .