Purchasing Clerk (m/f/d)

• a permanent contract with an owner-managed industrial company
• a varied role offering considerable creative freedom
• an attractive performance-related bonus and a company pension scheme
• financial contribution towards the BVG Jobticket for employees
• regular in-house training and targeted professional development opportunities
• team-building events and a pleasant working atmosphere

What you can always rely on at persona service:

• a direct route to permanent employment with our clients
• close support throughout the entire application process
• close coordination with you and your potential employer, taking your preferences into account
• intensive preparation for the interview

• You will be responsible for the needs-based international procurement of production materials and production-related services, whilst analysing the associated purchasing costs to identify potential savings
• You will also be responsible for obtaining and comparing quotations and for the operational handling of upcoming ordering processes
• Furthermore, you will manage national and international suppliers and carefully maintain the relevant master data for materials and business partners in the ERP system
• Your responsibilities also include the continuous monitoring of delivery dates and quality specifications to ensure materials are always supplied to the production facility on time
• As part of your role, you will work closely with the Development and Production departments and assist with goods receipt, material provision and the handling of complaints
• Furthermore, you will assist with carrying out regular stock-takes and play an active role in optimising all stock levels and delivery processes
• Finally, you will be responsible for invoice verification, formal payment authorisation and the resolution of any commercial discrepancies directly with the relevant suppliers

• You have successfully completed an apprenticeship as an Industrial Business Administrator (m/f/d), a wholesale and foreign trade management assistant (m/f/d) or an office management assistant (m/f/d)
• you also have several years’ solid professional experience in operational procurement, ideally within a manufacturing company in the technology sector
• Your confident use of MS Office and practical experience with the Microsoft Dynamics NAV ERP system set you apart in your day-to-day work
• Your native-level command of German and very good command of English enable you to communicate confidently with international partners and customers:
• Furthermore, you possess strong negotiation skills, excellent organisational abilities and valuable knowledge of goods import and delivery logistics
• You are also a team player, demonstrate a high degree of initiative and always work with precision, focus and a sense of responsibility
• To fulfil this responsible role, in addition to your professional expertise, you must hold a valid work permit and have a permanent residence in Germany