Senior Procurement Specialist with German Language Skills

Há 9 horas


Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal Language Matters Tempo inteiro
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Procurement Specialist to join our team at Language Matters, a renowned leader in the automotive industry with over 100 years of experience.

This role is based in Thorne, Doncaster, with occasional travel to Munich. As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for managing all purchasing tasks within your area of responsibility, including coordinating with relevant stakeholders on a local and regional level, planning, sourcing, optimization, negotiation, supplier liaison, and steering.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the regional purchasing network and set up new suppliers.
  • Ensure suppliers meet company standards for innovation, quality, flexibility, and value for money.
  • Analyze quotations and tenders, negotiate terms, and achieve KPIs.
  • Review and convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders, and issue frame contracts.
  • Manage contracts lifecycle, purchasing records, and databases.
  • Promote the purchasing cycle and handle day-to-day administration, including credit reports and financial risk management.

This position provides great exposure to the automotive industry, working with a leading global brand known for innovation and excellence. You will gain valuable experience and skills, with continuous learning and career growth opportunities as well as top-notch industry training.

Requirements and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Educated to GCSE/A-Level equivalent.
  • Good interpersonal skills at all levels of management.
  • Effective organizational and time management skills.
  • Proactive and able to react quickly.
  • Able to use own initiative and work autonomously.
  • Familiar with purchase orders, contracts, and tenders processes.
  • Fluent German and English language skills required; other language skills (Italian, Spanish, or French) beneficial.
What We Offer

As a Senior Procurement Specialist with Language Matters, you can expect:

  • An estimated annual salary of £40,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
  • A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Top-notch industry training and continuous learning opportunities.

Please send your CV in English and in Word format to apply.



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