Strategic Buyer

Elevate your career to the perfect operating temperature with Daikin Manufacturing Germany Imagine heating with a clear conscience - a truly fantastic idea, and that's where we excel. As a proud member of the Japanese Daikin Group, with over 90 years of experience, we specialize in developing cutting-edge, eco-friendly heating and climate solutions, distributed worldwide. We take great pride in being the global market leader in climate technology, driven by our strong commitment to ecological goals deeply embedded in our values. At Daikin Manufacturing Germany, our success is fueled by the collective brilliance of our 700 dedicated employees. Their innovative ideas, unwavering dedication, and boundless passion make us a dynamic force within the German division of our group. Here, we are at the forefront of creating the heating systems of the future, with a particular focus on heat pumps. If you seek a place where your work has a sustainable and diverse impact, and where a harmonious working environment is fostered from top management to production, then you've found the right place At Daikin, we believe that a good climate starts with people, and we envision that you can play an integral part in this endeavor. Join us, and let's create a better climate together - ideally, with you leading the way Get the perfect climate here: - Soon you will be independently responsible for material groups and their purchasing conditions. - The execution of price and contract negotiations on an international level is part of your tasks. - At the same time, you will identify market trends as well as innovations. - Development and implementation of purchasing strategies as well as execution of cost reduction potentials as well as "make-or-buy" analyses are your field of activity. - Your daily tasks include managing international supplier relationships and supplier development. - You will act as a support for the international purchasing activities of the DAIKIN Group and as a team member in the European Commodity "Heatings". - Continuous improvement of purchasing relevant processes make your daily work exciting. This will heat us up: - Completed studies in the field of engineering, industrial engineering or business administration - Several years of sound professional experience in technical purchasing in a manufacturing company - Distinct negotiation skills, assertiveness, good communication skills, intercultural competence and ability to work in a team - Analytical, structured and solution-oriented way of working based on great initiative - Good command of written and spoken English and German - Confident handling of SAP R/3 as well as MS Office programs We enrich our working atmosphere with these benefits: - Permanent position with a reasonable salary - Christmas and holiday bonuses as well as company pension schemes - 30 days of vacation - Corporate Health Management - Professional and personal training offers - Bicycle leasing - Employee discounts and cash card - Free water and coffee at work - Joint participation in sporting events and regular company celebrations Does that make your heart feel warm? Will we see us soon? We look forward to seeing you, your talent and your personality Daikin Europe is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). To date, Daikin EMEA has over 12 000 employees across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries. It has 12 major manufacturing facilities based in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Austria, and the UK. Our aim is to drive sustainable and effective solutions, sparking a good climate for the generations to come. And all this can only be achieved because of our People. **Good climate starts with people** Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top-quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. Good climate starts with people.