QIAGEN is one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. With our sample to insight solutions that unlock valuable molecular information from biological samples, QIAGEN helps to improve healthcare and safeguard our societies, enables the development of new medicines and paves the way for scientific breakthroughs.
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Category Buyer Direct Material
Functional Area: Procurement
Duration: unlimited
Location: Wroclaw (Breslau), Poland
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time Full-Time
Position Description
- Execute sourcing decisions for Category “Direct Materials” regional level, inclusive negotiation and finalization of agreements;
- Assure adequate input for and execution of global category strategy, active and adequate support of the global category leader;
- Allocate frame contracts to demand requests; enter, monitor, track and trace SAP purchasing orders;
- Perform responsibility for assigned category and its reporting on regional level;
- Manage regional supplier base and ensure quality and timeliness of supply;
- Be responsible for regional KPI and savings achievements and its reporting of the supply base;
- Manage and track supplier reliability and administer improvement program;
- Support category manager/leader;
- Optimize procurement process with the agreed field of engagement.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business administration or related field or equivalent;
- 2-3 years of experience in sourcing and purchasing of direct materials and services , good feel for the needs of category;
- Good knowledge of procurement principles and processes as well as advanced negotiation and analytical skills, strong customer care focus;
- Experience in relevant category;
- Advanced IT skills (SAP MM, MS Office);
- Excellent English and German communication(oral and written) skills necessary, any further language of advantage.
Personal Requirements
- Good negotiation skills and good experience in supplier management;
- Excellent interpersonal communication and team playing skills.
We Offer
- Possibility to develop in an international company;
- Attractive office location in Sky Tower;
- Attractive benefits package;
- Language classes;
- Private medical care;
- Group Life Insurance;
- Friendly atmosphere;
- Happy Monday :)