Mercuri Urval GmbH | Germany | 97xxx Ochsenfurt (Würzburg) | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 07.07.2026 on stepstone.de
Strategic Buyer Raw Materials (m/f/d)
Our client, Kneipp GmbH, is an internationally successful brand company based in Würzburg and has been synonymous with effective natural products in the fields of health, care and well-being for over 130 years. The company combines tradition with innovative power and develops high-quality products that are distributed in numerous countries. Sustainability, quality and responsible use of natural resources are firmly anchored in the corporate philosophy.
In the course of further strategic development, we are looking for a dedicated personality that actively contributes to the acquisition of raw materials and develops them in a future-oriented manner. .
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
You are responsible for strategic purchasing in the field of raw materials and successfully implement the overarching purchasing strategy in your area of responsibility You analyze international procurement markets, identify trends, innovations and risks at an early stage and derive appropriate measures from them. You bundle purchasing volumes, identify savings potentials and conduct national and international tenders and contract negotiations You develop the supplier portfolio strategically, implement second supplier and strengthen the resilience of supply chains Together with R&E, quality and production, you drive innovation, sustainability and standardization projects You establish standards and key figures for professional supplier management and optimize our shopping performance based on sound analyses
Successfully completed studies ideally in chemistry, economics or comparable qualifications Evidence of professional experience in the strategic acquisition of raw materials, ideally in the food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical or chemical industry Detectable successes in national and international tenders and contract negotiations Experience in strategic supplier management as well as a structured, independent way of working with high communication and negotiation strength Strategic and entrepreneurial thinking as well as strong analytical skills, especially in the field of total cost of ownership, commodity price developments and benchmarking Funded SAP knowledge as well as knowledge of German and English
An economically stable company with a long-term perspective as part of the HARTMANN GROUP A responsible key position with a large design space and the ability to sustain your ideas The chance to actively develop the strategic acquisition of raw materials and leave your personal manuscript A strong, traditional brand with high awareness and a clear focus on quality, innovation and sustainability Short decision-making procedures and cross-departmental cooperation in an esteeming and collegial environment Individual training and development opportunities as well as attractive conditions and benefits
Location
 | Mercuri Urval GmbH | |
| Ochsenfurt (Würzburg) | ||
| Germany |
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