Operational Procurement Specialist

vor 4 Wochen


Hannover, Niedersachsen, Deutschland Hannover Re Vollzeit

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Operational Purchaser to join our Procurement & Supplier Management team at our headquarters in Hannover, Germany.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Order Management: You will be the central interface to our suppliers, responsible for the entire order process from receiving requests to placing and tracking orders until goods are received.
  • Contract Negotiations: In consultation with strategic purchasing, you will play an active part in contract and price negotiations to secure competitive conditions for Hannover Re.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: You will select potential new suppliers and continuously expand cooperation.
  • Cost Optimisation: You will identify opportunities for cost and process optimisation.
  • Invoice Coordination: You will examine incoming invoices and approve them in conformity with our compliance policies.
  • Complaint Management: In the event of deficiencies, quality problems, or other discrepancies with the delivery, you will be responsible for coordination between the consumer and the vendor, documenting issues and taking appropriate countermeasures.

Your Qualifications

  • Completed commercial or technical vocational training, a degree in Business Administration, or a comparable qualification.
  • Several years of professional experience in operational purchasing, global procurement management, and/or supplier relationship management.
  • In-depth knowledge of purchasing and service management tools.
  • Proficient user skills in German and English, combined with negotiating skills.
  • Strong analytical abilities, a willingness to move things forward, and enthusiasm to make the best decision for our company.

What We Offer

  • Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave.
  • Work Abroad: Up to 20 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.
  • Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances, and financial participation in the company's success.
  • Worry-free Relocation: Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover.
  • Lifelong Learning: An innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, and opportunities for work shadowing in other departments.
  • Healthy Work Environment: Cooperation with the fitness studio Daily Fitness (also for family members), ergonomic workstations, and an outstanding canteen with a rich selection of regional dishes.
  • Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion, and technology).
  • Individual Family Support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional, and psychological matters.
  • Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad), free parking, and electric charging stations for cars and bikes.
  • Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events, and internal networking activities.

We are #somewhatdifferent – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome to apply with just one click on the "Apply now"-button and become part of our diverse team. We'd love to hear about your skills and experiences. No need to upload a photo – it won't impact your application.

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Melissa Topuz | Hannover Re |


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