Your missionAs a Senior Buyer (m/f/d), you will ensure the efficient procurement of materials, technical components, and services to support both production operations and CAPEX-related initiatives. You will manage procurement transactions independently, oversee supplier relationships, ensure contract compliance, and actively support the implementation of SAP S/4HANA. The role includes contributing to process improvements across the entire group and its international subsidiaries.Your key responsibilities will include:Independent processing of procurement transactions for materials, spare parts, operating supplies, and technical services – especially in the production environmentEntry, approval, and management of purchase orders using SAP ERP, including end-to-end monitoring of order status and delivery deadlinesResponsible for purchasing technical components, machinery, and plant-related services for both existing and new facilitiesClose collaboration with technical departments, engineering, and project teams to clarify specifications and define procurement strategiesEvaluation of supplier proposals from a technical, commercial, and logistical standpointPurchasing support for capital investment projects (e.g., new equipment, facility upgrades, infrastructure development) in close coordination with internal project teamsPreparation, negotiation, and administration of procurement contracts related to CAPEX activitiesEnsuring consistent documentation of procurement-related project activities in compliance with internal standardsConducting competitive bidding, cost analyses, and supplier negotiations, particularly for high-volume or long-term procurement needsNegotiation, conclusion, and management of framework agreements, service contracts, and leasing agreements in collaboration with legal and technical departmentsOngoing development and qualification of suppliers, including supplier evaluation and long-term relationship managementCreation of purchasing reports, spend analyses, and supplier performance metrics for internal departments and executive managementSupport of budget planning with reliable purchasing insightsMaintenance of procurement-related master data in the SAP systemProactive contribution to the improvement and digitalization of procurement processesInvolvement in cross-departmental initiatives, particularly in the areas of process automation and ERP integrationLeveraging market and supplier knowledge to continuously develop procurement best practicesYour profileSuccessfully completed university degree (e.g. in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or similar)At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in international procurement, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environmentProven experience with technical sourcing, especially related to production equipment and CAPEX-related investmentsStrong negotiation skills, particularly in high-volume procurement scenariosSound knowledge of contract and supplier managementProficient in SAP ERP systems, with hands-on experience and ideally exposure to SAP S/4HANA implementation or rolloutFluent in German and English, both written and spokenProactive, structured, and independent working style with a solution-oriented mindsetStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and hierarchiesInternational experience in procurement or project environments is highly desirable – particularly with international suppliers, cross-border contracts, or multilingual negotiationsWhy us?Responsibility for a challenging and strategic key role in our global procurement activitiesDirect impact on CAPEX-related decisions and procurement process improvementsA flexible, hybrid work environment including 50% Home officeCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packageDynamic and multicultural work environment with significant autonomy and creative freedomOpportunity for professional growth and development through targeted training programsExciting challenges in a global network with international collaborationContactIf you are interested in this position, please apply directly via our homepage www.eppowerminerals.comWe look forward to hearing from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr