About the Role 
Marquardt is looking for a proactive and results-driven Buyer to join our team on a 2-year fixed-term contract. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials, components, and services while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and supporting internal stakeholders. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic purchasing activities within a dynamic and innovative environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Purchase goods, materials, components, and services in line with defined cost, quality, and delivery targets. 

• Support internal customers and collaborate with relevant departments, proactively communicating any supply issues that may affect operations. 

• Act as the interface between suppliers and internal teams for purchasing processes, new projects, and ongoing activities. 

• Negotiate contracts, improve pricing and business terms, and identify opportunities for cost savings using procurement best practices and negotiation strategies. 

• Prepare and issue purchase orders and manage order schedules to ensure smooth supply flow. 

• Build, maintain, and develop strong supplier relationships, ensuring clear and effective communication. 

• Work with key procurement systems as a Key User: SAP, Jaggaer, and CIP. 

Required Qualifications & Skills 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field (preferred). 

• Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role, ideally within the automotive or manufacturing industry. 

• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, negotiation techniques, commercial principles, and cost breakdown analysis. 

• Proven experience working closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams. 

• Ability to add value, identify cost-reduction opportunities, and contribute to continuous business improvement. 

• Understanding of automotive processes and components is considered an advantage. 

• Advanced computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel. 

• Fluent English required; German language skills are a plus. 

What We Offer 

• Opportunity to work in a global and innovative automotive technology company. 

• Exposure to international suppliers and cross-functional projects. 

• A collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth. 

If you are a detail-oriented professional with strong negotiation skills and a passion for procurement, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Marquardt team.