Buyer

As part of the Oxford Instruments Group, WITec GmbH is a world leading manufacturer of high-resolution, nano-analytical microscopy systems. Our customers – university and industrial research laboratories – particularly value the precision, versatility and flexibility of our devices. The product range of WITec GmbH includes the world's best confocal Raman systems, which can be fully expanded with AFM and SNOM. Our systems, individually adapted to the requirements of our customers, contribute to new insights and solutions in many areas of science, research and development worldwide. To support our growth, we are looking for a motivated colleague to strengthen & expand our procurement team at the Ulm location. Junior Buyer (m/f/d) Your tasks: - Responsibility for the operational and strategic procurement of technical components and services - Selection, evaluation and development of suppliers in a national and international environment - Conducting price and contract negotiations - Ensuring cost, quality and delivery targets - Analysis of procurement markets and identification of savings potential - Close cooperation with development, production and logistics - Monitoring delivery dates and escalation management in case of bottlenecks - Maintenance and further development of procurement processes and systems - Participation in projects (e.g. product developments, make-or-buy analyses) Your qualifications: - Completed studies in the field of business administration, industrial engineering or comparable qualification - Alternatively: Commercial/technical training with corresponding professional experience in procurement - Desirable: Experience in technical procurement, ideally in a manufacturing company - Technical understanding of mechanical and/or electronic components - Business fluent German and good English skills - Confident use of ERP systems (e.g. Factwork) and MS Office - Analytical and structured way of working - Assertiveness, communication skills and negotiation skills - Teamwork and high level of initiative Our offer: - Secure employment in an expanding and globally active nanotechnology company with a future - A meaningful activity with versatile, interesting tasks & room for your own ideas - Fast decision-making paths and flat hierarchies - Financial security in old age through a subsidy of 80% for company pension schemes - Modern workplace in an easily accessible location of Science Park II with tram stop and free parking spaces right in front of the door - Development opportunities worldwide through membership in the Oxford Instruments Group - Home office up to 40% (possible depending on the activity) - JobRad, EGYM Wellpass, company parties and much more