Procurement Manager - German Speaker

Envision Employment Solutions is currently hiring a Procurement Manager - German Speaker on behalf of one of our partners, a European leader in the solar energy sector.

About the Role:

Can you turn market insights, supplier conversations, and commercial instincts into smart, strategic sourcing decisions that drive business value? If you're analytical, commercially minded, and an exceptional communicator, this role could be a great fit.

Responsibilities:

• Supplier Management & Communication
• You communicate directly and professionally with both existing and new suppliers — in writing and verbally — in German and English.
• You take ownership of proactively reaching out to new suppliers (cold outreach) and expand our network of strategic partnerships.

• Negotiations & Pricing
• You carefully prepare for price negotiations, conduct them independently, and document the results transparently.
• You evaluate offers and contribute to optimizing our purchasing conditions, including payment and delivery terms.

• Analysis & Market Research
• You conduct product and market analyses, identify trends, and provide sound decision-making foundations for our sourcing strategy.
• You actively contribute to the continuous improvement of our procurement performance through competitive benchmarking and price analysis.

• Transparency & Reporting
• You ensure transparency in high-volume expenditures, gather explanations from stakeholders, and assist in deriving actionable recommendations.
• You collaborate closely with the Finance team and other internal stakeholders to manage procurement in a data-driven manner.

Requirements:

• Fluent in German and English (C1/C2 level required).
• Educational background in Business, Management, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in procurement , ideally within a consulting or fast-paced, structured environment.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
• Solid business acumen , with experience in managing payment terms , networking , and capital considerations
• You are skilled in negotiation, organization, and communication — professional, analytical, and persuasive.
• You have solid Excel skills and ideally experience with ERP or procurement systems.
• You think entrepreneurially, take responsibility, and act with a high degree of initiative.

Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary based on your experience
• Transportation
• Comprehensive social and medical insurance