Procurement Specialist - Maternity Cover (f/m/div)

Do you have experience in Procurement and are looking for a new challenge? Are you skilled in negotiation and adept at building relationships with suppliers? Do you want to be part of a fast-paced and technologically driven company? Then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Bring your expertise in procurement, negotiation, and analytical skills to make an impact in our dynamic and international environment. Apply now and be a key player in our success story in Porto as a Procurement Specialist.As a Procurement Specialist, you will be accountable for one or more local or regional procurement categories and its suppliers, collaborating closely with key internal stakeholders and ensuring a close communication with both requestors and suppliers. In your new role you will:Be responsible for a medium to large procurement volume for products and servicesDevelop a local and global procurement strategy including market analysis to identify alternative local and global procurement sourcesBe responsible for the commodity groups in charge as well as for the KPIs target setting and monitoring ( cost reduction) including regular reporting of the negotiation resultsDesign framework agreements ( through master agreements) for the corresponding commodity groupsConduct the annual supplier evaluationsBe a sparring partner for internal and external stakeholders to achieve the best outcomePlease note that this is a maternity cover position with a fixed-term contract of 2 years.You demonstrate a strong customer orientation that helps you to quickly establish successful cooperations. You are target driven and passionate about profit. You have a self-driven working style and are willing to take responsibility, being able to work independently and to structure your own work. Furthermore, you have excellent analytical skills that support your attention to detail and focus on delivery.You are best equipped for this task if you have:A Bachelors’ degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or similar field of studies1-3 years of experience as a Buyer or in a similar role in Procurement – ideally in an International EnvironmentGood understanding of principles and concepts of Procurement and good negotiation skillsFluency in English (mandatory) - German is a plusPlease send us your CV in English.BenefitsCoaching, mentoring, networking possibilitiesWide range of training offers & planning of career developmentInternational assignmentsDifferent career paths: Project Management, Technical Ladder, Management & Individual ContributorFlexible working conditionsHybrid work modelDiscount at on-site gymSabbaticalBirthday offMedical coverageFree parking availableHealth promotion programsPrivate insurance offersAccess for wheelchairsPossibility to work remotely from abroad (EU)On-site canteen availableService anniversary bonusWage payment in case of sick leaveAnnual performance bonus