Vacancy
Strategic Buyer (m/f/d)

As a Strategic Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process — from tendering and supplier selection to negotiation and contract closure. You will collaborate closely with engineering, project management, and production teams to ensure cost-efficient purchasing and reliable supplier performance for our global maritime projects.

This role is ideal for a commercially driven procurement professional with strong analytical skills, technical understanding, and a structured, solution-oriented approach.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for materials, components, and services within maritime HVAC projects.
• Prepare, launch, and evaluate tenders based on technical specifications.
• Conduct commercial and technical negotiations to secure the best sourcing outcomes.
• Select and qualify suppliers in alignment with internal quality and project requirements.
• Prepare and conclude purchasing and framework agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong long-term relationships.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and evaluate cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Project Management, and Production to align procurement with project schedules and technical demands.
• Support internal teams by providing cost analyses, availability assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools, and documentation.

• Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable technical/commercial discipline.
• Several years of experience in strategic or technical procurement - ideally in the maritime, industrial, or HVAC sector.
• Strong understanding of technical drawings, specifications, and engineering requirements.
• Experience in tendering, contract negotiation, supplier qualification, and framework agreements.
• Excellent analytical skills and a structured, proactive working style.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in negotiations.
• Fluent in German and English, both spoken and written.
• Skilled in SAP or similar ERP systems; MS Office proficiency.
• Hands-on, pragmatic personality with the ability to work cross-functionally in an international environment.