Procurement Specialist (m/f/d)

Your responsibilities

• Manage daily procurement operations for merchandise goods from European and non-European suppliers, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing.
• Issue purchase orders and handle order acknowledgments to maintain accurate procurement records.
• Book goods receipts in the system and manage discrepancy claims with suppliers to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with finance and suppliers.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and analyses to assess procurement efficiency and supplier reliability.
• Identify and implement process improvements, including automation and workflow optimization.
• Collaborate with Customer Care, PSI Planning, Warehouse Manager, and Strategic Supplier Management on supplier performance evaluations.
• Provide timely updates on delivery status and lead times to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with J-SOX controls and internal audit standards.

Our requirements

• Solid understanding of procurement processes, PO lifecycle, and supplier evaluation.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement/purchasing department.
• Practical experience in sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for merchandise goods.
• Proficiency in SAP MM and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Strong MS Excel skills and ability to calculate landed costs and perform cost analysis.
• Working knowledge of comparing supplier quotes and evaluating pricing, delivery terms, and service quality.
• Good command of English (written and spoken).
• Problem-solving mindset and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills and customer-focused approach.
• University degree, preferably in logistics or business.