“Nature does it – we advance it”
We are the Planeteers, a climate-tech startup from Hamburg. We capture CO2 in water and unleash the potential of the oceans as the largest carbon sink on our planet. Accelerated Weathering of Limestone (AWL) is a reaction in which CO2 is „neutralized“ using limestone. This reaction occurs in nature all the time, everywhere and on a large scale. Time scales of natural limestone weathering are thousands of years. With our technology, the process can be extremely accelerated, so that large amounts of CO2 can be rendered „harmless“ within minutes.
We are currently looking for a Procurement Manager to join our growing team in Hamburg. The role will ideally be performed part-time (25-32h/week).
The Role
Our roles are not set in stone. In case you feel that you are not a 100% fit, but bring some elements to the table and are eager to learn, please apply anyways.
As a Planeteers Procurement Manager you will be responsible for a variety of strategic and operative tasks:
* Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies for both direct (hardware & production materials) and indirect materials (office supplies, tools, software, etc.) as we scale.
* Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on performance metrics.
* Lead contract negotiations and build strong, long-term supplier relationships.
* Manage the purchasing process, from order placement to delivery, ensuring smooth operations and cost control.
* Set up robust and efficient supply chain management processes, including supplier performance monitoring, material and inventory tracking, and continuous improvement measures.
* Develop and drive cost optimization strategies while maintaining high product quality and delivery reliability.
* Collaborate closely with engineering and project teams to understand material requirements and timelines for our products.
Who are we looking for?
* >3 years of relevant professional experience in procurement or supply chain management, ideally in industrial sectors (construction, manufacturing, or engineering).
* Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management.
* Ability to establish procurement processes from scratch and improve existing systems.
* Strong analytical skills to monitor performance, track KPIs, and optimize supply chains.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment and adapting to change.
* Fluent in English, with strong communication skills; proficiency in German is a plus.
What are we offering?
* An exciting job in a well-funded company with a real purpose
* A great team combining professional excellence with entrepreneurial start-up-spirit
* An impactful role with a high degree of autonomy & a flexible work set-up