Purchaising Technician

Job Description:

BIRKENSTOCK is a global brand which embraces all consumers regardless of geography, gender, age and income. The company is deeply footed on a family tradition of shoemaking that can be traced back to 1774. With around 7100 employees worldwide, BIRKENSTOCK is the largest employer in the German footwear industry. To ensure our quality standards, we produce over 95% of our products in Germany and source more than 90% of our materials and components from Europe. The BIRKENSTOCK Group is headquartered in Linz am Rhein and maintains several locations in Germany, as well as sales offices in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia.

Responsibilities:

* Identify and evaluate potential suppliers;
* Request quotations and analyze proposals;
* Analyze quality, prices, and delivery times;
* Negotiate contracts and commercial terms;
* Issue purchase orders and follow up on internal approvals;
* Monitor compliance with agreed deadlines and conditions;
* Ensure that purchasing activities comply with internal and external standards and regulations.

Requirements:

* Completed secondary education (minimum requirement) or technical / higher education in areas such as Business Administration, Logistics, Purchasing Management, International Trade, or related fields;
* Previous experience in purchasing, supply, or logistics;
* Knowledge of costs, budgeting, and negotiation;
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
* Ethics and transparency in purchasing activities;
* Knowledge of SAP (preferred);
* Knowledge of the English language (preferred)