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Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland Beiersdorf AG Vollzeit

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, Hansaplast, and Labello. We act according to our purpose, WE CARE BEYOND SKIN, and take responsibility for our consumers, our employees, the environment and society.

Behind every brand, every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20,000 employees. It is for them that we live a culture of inclusion, respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values – CARE, COURAGE, SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.Your Tasks

Welcome to the Beiersdorf Management Unit Germany/Switzerland Dive into the heart of strategic Procurement as a Category Buyer, where you'll be a vital part of our diverse Procurement team within the Supply Chain division.

This role is central to managing categories crucial to our German and Swiss Value Added Services (VAS) business operations. As a Category Buyer, you'll not only oversee the strategy for Co-Packing & Components but also be in the lead to execute the tender for embedded operations at our new Distribution Center in Leipzig – a project of great significance for Beiersdorf's Supply Chain.

At Beiersdorf, we believe in continual growth and development. Your journey here isn't limited to Procurement processes alone; there are endless opportunities to expand your horizons and knowledge across various business sectors, sourcing not just services but invaluable experiences.

Fluency in German is a must, ensuring seamless collaboration with top-tier business stakeholders and suppliers. Crafting and executing mid- and long-term sourcing strategies for Co-Packing/VAS Operations while adhering to Procurement compliance standards and methodologies will also be central to your responsibilities.

Join us in shaping the future of Procurement at Beiersdorf, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development. Procurement at Beiersdorf – Forward together for growth.

In a nutshell your responsibilties include:

Develop and implement local category and sourcing strategies, integrating market insights and legal updates. Manage end-to-end Procurement processes including supplier selection, negotiations, contracts, and performance monitoring, aligning with agreed-upon objectives. Cultivate strong supplier relationships to build a resilient supply network meeting Beiersdorf standards and mitigating risks. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to drive innovation and implement creative solutions. Ensure compliance with legal and procurement procedures, including Purchase Order approval. Maintain and assure quality of master data for negotiation and contracting processes, enhancing efficiency. Lead process development initiatives for standardization, efficiency, and automation, leveraging new technologies and systems while monitoring adherence. Your Profile Bachelor's degree in economics, supply chain, or related field Minimum 4 years of procurement experience; FMCG, VAS, or logistics experience is a plus Strong digital drive, with a focus on project management and proactive planning Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills in English and of course, German Proven ability to meet strategic and tactical priorities within specified timelines Innovative and forward-thinking mindset Proficient in analytical skills for data-driven decision-making Financial expertiese, negotiation skills, and results-driven orientation Kowledge of SAP/SRM/CLM, e-sourcing, P2P processes, MS Office proficiency, and BI tools To learn more about Beiersdorf Procurement and our important business impact, please see a recent article with our CPO, Christine Berg: Additional information We embrace Diversity and Inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all of our applicants – regardless of race, gender, age, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation and gender identity, disability, cultural, ethnic or national origins. We would therefore kindly ask you to include only information and data in your documents which are relevant for the assessment of your application (e.g. curriculum vitae, salary expectations, relevant references and certificates) and encourage you to upload your CV without a picture. Have a look at our benefits: What we offer – Our Benefits | Beiersdorf
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