The Procurement
Engineer is responsible for managing end-to-end purchasing activities,
including supplier selection, tender processes, contract management, and cost
optimisation. The role ensures suppliers meet business standards while
supporting operational and strategic procurement objectives.

Key
Responsibilities

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  Manage the full tender process,
  including requirement analysis, tender preparation, and supplier selection.
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  Evaluate supplier proposals
  (commercial and technical) to ensure alignment with business requirements.
• 
  Lead supplier nomination processes
  and present recommendations to decision-making forums.
• 
  Develop and manage supplier
  relationships, including performance monitoring and improvement
  initiatives.
• 
  Oversee procurement processes from
  purchase requisition to purchase order and contract management.
• 
  Ensure compliance with procurement
  policies, procedures, and governance standards.
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  Maintain and manage supplier
  contracts, frame agreements, and purchasing documentation.
• 
  Conduct cost analysis and implement
  cost-saving initiatives.
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  Perform supplier risk assessments,
  including financial and operational risk management.
• 
  Support internal stakeholders through
  training, guidance, and procurement process improvements.
• 
  Prepare and maintain procurement
  reports, KPIs, and documentation.
• 
  Collaborate with internal
  teams (engineering, planning, finance) to ensure accurate procurement execution.

Requirements

Essential
Skills

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  Purchasing and cost analysis
• 
  SAP and SAP SRM proficiency
• 
  IT project management
• 
  Strong negotiation and communication
  skills
• 
  Analytical thinking and
  problem-solving ability
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  Presentation and MS Office skills
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  Ability to work under pressure
• 
  Stakeholder management, including
  senior leadership engagement
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  Teamwork and leadership capability

Advantageous
Skills

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  German language proficiency
• 
  Basic knowledge of AI tools (e.g.,
  Copilot)

Qualifications
& Experience

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  3–5 years’ experience in a purchasing
  or procurement role
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  Degree in Business Administration,
  Engineering, or related field
• 
  CIPS certification (advantageous)
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  BSc / BEng (Mechanical,
  Industrial, or similar) or BCom Degree