Westfalen Weser | Germany | 32xxx Herford | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 11.08.2026 on stepstone.de
Strategic Buyer specializing in IT (m/f/d)
At Westfalen Weser, you'll find an environment where you can really move. Every day, you make a contribution to the future of our region and, together with over 1,200 colleagues, ensure that people and municipalities in East Westphalia- Lippe and in the Weserbergland are reliably supplied with energy. As a strategic buyer*in (m/w/d) focus on IT in you transform visionary ideas into real, forward-looking projects – from large-scale battery storage to charging infrastructure for an entire region. You work with interdisciplinary teams, drive innovative concepts and actively shape the region's energy infrastructure. You expect challenging projects, modern technologies and the free space to actively shape things. .
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
Takeover of complex procurement projects Procurement market research and identification of new technologies and sources of supply Selection of suitable suppliers in cooperation with demand providers Implementation of tenders and independent negotiation with suppliers Development of procurement strategies for the associated product groups Working on strategic topics in purchasing and on cross-functional projects
Complete study of business management, (economic) informatics, industrial engineering, electrical engineering or a comparable degree programme Finded professional experience in strategic purchasing of technical products and services or in a comparable environment Understanding IT, technical infrastructure topics, ideally in the fields of energy supply, grid construction or electrical engineering Very good German and English skills in word and writing Safe appearance and strong communicative skills Ready for business trips
Top job. Top Benefits. This distinguishes the work at Westfalen Weser: A fair remuneration, exible work models and attractive additional benefits for your health, family and career help you to combine work and private life well.
Modern work You benefit from a 38-hour week (tariff) with sliding time account, flexible working hours and mobile work. There are 30 days of vacation and free days on 24 and 31 December and special events. This way you flexibly shape your working day and gain space for what is important to you.
Personal and professional development We accompany your development with individual trainings, sound potential analyses and transparent career paths – complemented by inspiring networks such as the ''MiA' women's network. You get the opportunity to try new ways and further develop your strengths.
Additional services Our services include bike leasing, attractive corporate benefits, aids for tools such as screen workstation glasses and private accident insurance.
Attractive remuneration We offer a fee, including Christmas money and earnings. Occupational pensions and asset-effective benefits help you actively shape your financial future.
Health promotion We support your health with preventive examinations, health campaigns, business sports, diverse sports courses as well as coaching and physiotherapeutic offers.
Occupation & family For better reconciliation of work and family, we offer you various family-friendly services, such as a birth grant, the possibility of a sabbatical, as well as advice on childcare or family care. Since 2008 we have been awarded the quality label “vocational and family” of the Hertie Foundation.
Diversity welcome You are welcome to us – just as you are. We are convinced that diversity makes our team stronger. This is why we are particularly pleased with the application of women and people with disabilities and support you individually in the application process. You bring the right qualification? We look forward to seeing you!
Get to know Westfalen Weser personally At career events, trade fairs and special events, we give insights into our projects, technologies and working methods. We look forward to your visit! !
Location
![]() | Westfalen Weser | |
| 32051 Herford | ||
| Germany |
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