Hillenbrand

Buyer – fixed-term (2 years)

Hillenbrand

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Osnabrück • 🇩🇪 Germany

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • Support the operational purchasing team, including tracking delivery dates, order confirmations, etc.
  • Lead and conclude price and contract negotiations.
  • Develop commodity group and supplier strategies.
  • Analyze and optimize internal and external process workflows.
  • Actively participate in procurement projects.

Requirements

  • University degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Initial experience in international strategic procurement of mechanical engineering components is an advantage.
  • Strong numerical aptitude and targeted use of KPIs.
  • Quick comprehension and proficiency in using a modern ERP system.
  • Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Good written and spoken English skills.
  • Independent, structured, and proactive working style.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Career changers / lateral entry possible.
Benefits
  • 40-hour week; performance-based pay in accordance with the IG Metall collective agreement.
  • 30 days annual leave plus additional special and educational leave.
  • Holiday and Christmas bonuses.
  • Contractual additional pay.
  • Employer contribution to the Metallrente (pension) after the probation period.
  • Company canteen with subsidized prices and outdoor terrace.
  • Free parking with charging stations.
  • Fruit basket and free water.
  • Family-friendly company.
  • Mobile working / remote work options.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Time-off in lieu.
  • International team.
  • Flat hierarchies.
  • Collaborative, non-hierarchical work culture.
  • Open communication and constructive feedback culture.
  • Company events: welcome breakfasts, anniversary breakfasts, Christmas party, end-of-season barbecue events, and various regular events.
  • Job ticket (commuter pass).
  • Employee discounts.
  • Anniversary bonus.
  • Cash rewards for operational improvement suggestions.
  • Financial contributions for weddings.
  • Referral bonuses through our “Employees Recommend Employees” program.
  • Individual onboarding plans and mentorship by an experienced buddy.
  • Internal training offers (DIOSNA Academy, LinkedIn Learning) as well as tailored external training measures.
  • Hansefit (company fitness program).
  • Ergonomic workstations with height-adjustable desks.
  • Healthy canteen options.
  • Company doctor (occupational physician).

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
strategic procurementcontract negotiationsprocess optimizationKPI analysisERP systemsnumerical aptitudemechanical engineering components
Soft skills
strong communication skillsindependent working stylestructured working styleproactive working stylequick comprehension
Certifications
University degree in EngineeringUniversity degree in Industrial Engineering