Junior Buyer (Capex) m/f/d, For our client, a leading company in the Biotech sector, we are currently looking for a Junior Buyer
Role PurposeThe Junior Buyer (Capex) supports the execution of capital expenditure (Capex) procurement activities within assigned projects and operational buying scopes.
The role focuses on operational procurement execution, supplier coordination, and compliance with the procurement processes, while working under guidance of a Project Buyer, Project Procurement Lead, or Lead Buyer.
Tasks and Responsibilities: - Support end-to-end operational buying activities for Capex projects (from requisition to purchase order and close-out)
- Prepare and issue purchase orders in SAP in alignment with approved sourcing decisions
- Track order confirmations, deliveries, and invoice alignment
- Support RFQ processes including data collection, bid comparison, and documentation
- Assist senior buyers in supplier communication related to pricing, delivery, and documentation
- Maintain transparent and auditable sourcing documentation
- Act as procurement contact for defined work packages within Capex projects
- Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, Quality, and Finance
- Support schedule adherence and cost tracking on order level
- Communicate with suppliers on order execution topics
- Ensure adherence to the procurement policies, compliance, GMP and EHS requirements
- Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records
- Executes procurement activities within defined scope and guidance
Your Profile: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field
- Initial experience in procurement, supply chain or operational buying preferred
- Exposure to technical, engineering or Capex environments is an advantage
- Structured and detail-oriented working style
- Ability to work in project environments with multiple stakeholders
- Strong learning mindset and willingness to develop procurement capabilities
- Basic commercial and contractual understanding
- SAP experience preferred
- Fluent English required
- German STRONGLY preferred for local stakeholder interaction
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