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Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) with focus on Electrical Engineering

With innovations, we agilely shape the new world of automation and energy technology! We develop and manufacture pioneering technologies for renewable energies, mechatronics, control cabinets, plug-in assemblies for plant/machine construction, high-energy technology, the railway industry, and more at our locations in D-Oberzent and Bosnia-Herzegovina with 400 employees. We are looking for visionary, proactive talents who want to shape the energy infrastructure and E-management systems with us.

Facts about the position

  • HIK GmbH
  • from now on
  • Oberzent / Heidelberg
  • Full-time

What to expect from us

  • Challenging and varied tasks in a dynamic, internationally successful company.
  • Participation in shaping the company strategy on an equal footing with the management.
  • Flat hierarchies and fast decision-making processes for maximum innovation power.
  • Attractive compensation, additional social benefits, and enticing bonus opportunities.
  • Targeted further training measures for the continuous development of your skills.
  • Regular team events for a strong sense of community and lots of fun
  • Company benefits, job bike leasing, etc.

Your tasks

  • Identification of the demand for electrical, mechanical components and services in close collaboration with the specialist departments based on technical specifications, requirement specifications and applicable standards.
  • Close collaboration with the technical departments, production, quality management, and logistics.
  • Identification, evaluation, and development of suppliers also on an international level.
  • Supplier negotiations, agreement on conditions, drafting of framework and delivery contracts, as well as regular monitoring.
  • Identification and assessment of procurement risks including alternative suppliers and emergency plans.
  • Market observation to identify new sources of supply and technologies, analysis of procurement costs and cost optimization.
  • Participation in the further development of procurement processes.

What you bring

  • Completed technical education in the field of electrical engineering, electrical master craftsman, electrical technician with background knowledge in the field of procurement.
  • Experience in technical purchasing, preferably in the industry, mechanical engineering, or renewable energy sector is advantageous; ambitious beginners are welcome.
  • Solid electrical engineering knowledge, understanding of technical drawings, specifications, and standards
  • Strong analytical skills, technical affinity, and intercultural competence.
  • German at native level as well as good English skills
  • Initiative, innovative and convincing team player with joy in dealing with people.

Sounds interesting?

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