For our Engineering Team in Krefeld we are looking for a
Strategic Buyer - Technical Procurement (m/f/d)
Reference number: 56/2025
Our benefits:
* A varied and challenging job in an international, successful and economically stable company where your commitment is valued
* Personal development through further training programs
* 30 days of vacation
* The possibility of mobile working
* Company pension scheme and long-term accounts
* Free parking and subsidized train tickets and company bikes
* Subsidy for the canteen, company fitness, corporate benefits
Your responsibilities:
* Procure machinery, components, and services for air separation plants
* Negotiate with national and international suppliers
* Monitor bids, prepare comparisons, and evaluate offers
* Manage supplier qualification, development, and audits
* Ensure compliance with German and international guidelines and laws
* Report project and cost center spend
* Handle claims in collaboration with technical experts
* Lead procurement for selected projects and support subsidiaries on CAPEX projects
* Collaborate closely with related departments
Your Profile:
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or Industrial Engineering or in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration with technical exposure
* Minimum 5 years of work experience
* Preferred certifications: CIPS, CPSM, Lean Six Sigma
* Expertise:
o Knowledge of plant engineering basics and CAPEX/OPEX procurement
o Skilled in interpreting technical specifications, drawings, and BOMs
o Experience in category management, cost analysis, and contract negotiation
o Knowledge of EPC contract frameworks, commercial law, and ESG compliance
* Skills:
o Develop and execute sourcing strategies for plant-related materials and services
o Achieve cost reductions while ensuring quality and project goals
o Manage contracts, mitigate supply chain risks, and ensure sustainability
* Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), e-sourcing platforms, and data analytics tools
* Fluent in English and German (written and spoken)