Buyer/Procurement Specialist (m/f/d)

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Brief description

Imagine…

  • You work in an innovative and international team.
  • You are part of a company with a strong hisotry – and a promising future.
  • You are actively helping to make our world more sustainable.

At AQUAFIDES, a company of the Trojan Technologies / Veralto Group, you can experience exactly that.

When you join our team, you’ll become part of a unique network where purpose and opportunities for growth are at the forefront. Your work will have a direct impact on the protection of our water resources—and at the same time, you’ll have exciting opportunities to develop your skills and pursue your career goals.

Your area of responsibility

  • Analysis of MRP reports, processing of procurement transactions, and management of ordering and quotation processes to ensure material availability
  • Maintenance and management of relevant purchasing data such as lead times, prices, forecasts, inventory levels, and origin information
  • Optimization of inventory levels and ensuring an efficient supply of materials throughout the entire product lifecycle
  • Participation in cross-functional procurement projects and negotiation of supplier contracts
  • Close collaboration with Engineering, Quality Management, Product Management, project teams, and Finance
  • Resolution of invoice discrepancies (GR/IR) in collaboration with Accounting
  • Identification of opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement
  • Supporting the development of strategic supplier programs and assessing potential supply chain risks
  • Monitoring and evaluating supplier performance using relevant KPIs such as on-time delivery, cost metrics, and quality metrics
  • Conducting regular supplier visits and assisting with supplier evaluations and supplier development initiatives

Your profile

  • Completed vocational training in business, technical fields, or business administration
  • A degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field is a plus
  • Additional qualifications in technical purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management
  • At least 3 to 5 years of professional experience in technical purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management
  • Experience in a manufacturing company is a plus—ideally in the metalworking sector or metal industry
  • Experience collaborating with international suppliers
  • Proficiency with ERP systems, ideally Odoo or similar
  • Very good knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
  • Strong organizational, planning, and negotiation skills
  • Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings
  • Fluency in German and very good written and spoken English; completed commercial, technical, or business administration training
  • A degree in business, supply chain management, or a comparable field is a plus
  • Additional qualifications in technical purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management
  • At least 3 to 5 years of professional experience in technical purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management
  • Experience working in a manufacturing company is a plus—ideally in the metalworking sector or metal industry
  • Experience working with international suppliers
  • Proficient in

What we offer

  • Hybrid work with the option to work from home
  • Flexible Work Hours (Flexible Work Hours Agreement)
  • An open and sincere leadership culture
  • Professional onboarding
  • A modern, family-friendly work environment near the lake
  • Career Coaching and Development Opportunities
  • Health Benefits (Modern, Ergonomic Office Equipment)
Top salary
(pay significantly above KV)
Flexible working hours
(flexitime)
Young, motivated team
Modern working environment
Regular company events

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