Senior Buyer New Products*| Senior Buyer NPD NPI | Product Development | Innovation | Supplier Management | Negotiation | Healthcare Pharma | Category Manager | Sourcing Procurement | Munich

Kijimea – From research. For your life. Since our foundation in 2011, we have been following a clear vision: We want to use the potential of microbiota (bacteria) in our intestine specifically for a longer and healthier life - for all people.

A first major milestone on this path was already achieved in 2013 with the discovery and clinical research of the unique bacterial strain B. bifidum MIMBb75 (Kijimea irritable intestine). Since then, we have been able to significantly improve the lives of millions of stimulus patients worldwide. B. bifidum MIMBb75 is one of the most researched bacterial strains worldwide. His effectiveness and unique mechanism of action have been demonstrated and published in numerous clinical studies, including in renowned journals such as The Lancet.

We work with leading research institutions such as Charité Berlin to explore the links between the microbiota (bacteria in our intestine) and allergies, skin diseases and mental disorders. In short, we investigate how the bacteria in our intestine influence longer and healthier lives.

Today we are among the fastest growing healthcare companies worldwide. We reach our customers through a variety of channels: direct communication with doctors and pharmacists as well as print, TV and digital marketing. Our goal is clearly defined: By 2028, we want to make Kijimea the world's largest DTC probiotics brand, giving more than 50 million people a better life each year.

Strategic Sourcing & New Product Introduction (NPI) Your main responsibility lies in the procurement and development of innovative dietary supplements, medical devices or medicines from idea to successful launch – with a clear focus on excellent time to market and product benefits You accept product ideas from product management and business development, analyze them and develop them together with these colleagues and the R&D team on marketable product specifications Supplier Management & Supplier Scouting You identify and qualify globally suitable wage manufacturers and suppliers through intelligent market research (web, trade fairs, databases, AI-based tools) As an innovation scout, you introduce valuable insights from the global supplier market into the development team (new technologies, total cost of ownership, feasibility, lead times) You build an international network of Contract Manufacturers (CMOs) and support strategic supplier relationships (Supplier Relationship Management) Contract negotiation & project management You develop and negotiate specifications, conditions and framework contracts with new and existing wage manufacturers taking into account GMP standards and regulatory requirements You control cross-functional product projects and coordinate internal stakeholders (Regulatory, R&D, QM) as well as external partners with agile project management You carry out supplier qualifications and quickly and accurately evaluate the suitability of potential partners Cost Management & Operational Excellence You calculate development services and initial quantities, optimize costs and ensure the cost-effectiveness of your projects After successful product launch, you will transfer the ongoing procurement to the operating purchase in a structured manner and will remain available as Sparring Partner

Qualification & Experience Complete degree in economics, supply chain management, life sciences or comparable 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, New Product Introduction, Operations or Project Management – ideally in the healthcare, pharmaceutical or nutritional supplement sector Funded knowledge in the field of contract negotiation and conclusion of extensive supply contracts Competence Market knowledge wage manufacturers for food supplements (national/international) or high motivation to quickly acquire them Basic understanding for GMP, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management in Healthcare Affinity for digitalization and AI tools for optimizing research and procurement processes Experience in cost modelling, TCO analyses and risk management in supply chains Personal characteristics German and English (both at least C1) – You communicate daily with international partners Excellent analytical and communicative skills as well as high stakeholder management Structured, self-initiative and hands-on mode of operation – you pack up and drive things forward. You use the free space that we offer you maximum Projektmanagement-Stärke: You keep in mind complex projects with many stakeholders and tax them targeted Ability and passion to develop new topics quickly and intensively

We offer you a diverse, challenging job with exciting tasks and a wide range of design options! Our innovative environment allows you to develop your professional career with short decision-making paths, responsibility from day 1 and free space to go new ways. Individual learning and real sensuality awaits you – give millions of people a new life with your personal contribution! !