The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is hiring an Operativer / Strategischer Einkäufer (m/w/d) Rohstoffe. You will be responsible for the procurement of raw materials, specifically in the field of renewable resources and biomass.
What You'll Do
- Develop procurement strategies: leverage savings potential, analyze procurement markets, and build supplier relationships.
- Manage suppliers: select, evaluate, and develop suppliers; negotiate contracts; and ensure quality.
- Confidently lead procurement and contract negotiations.
- Monitor, analyze, and optimize procurement costs.
- Identify and manage risks within the supply chain.
- Coordinate with sales, logistics, and production to ensure requirements and processes are met.
What We're Looking For
- Commercial training or business studies with a focus on procurement and logistics, or a similar qualification.
- Several years of experience in strategic procurement.
- Specialist knowledge in supplier management, contract negotiation, and cost optimization.
- Communication and negotiation skills.
- Analytical thinking.
- Assertiveness.
- Team spirit.
- Willingness to travel.
Nice to Have
- Experience in the raw materials sector.
Team & Environment
The team operates with a flat hierarchy, offering significant scope for independent decision-making.
Benefits & Compensation
- Company car - also for private use.
- Bicycle leasing.
- All the advantages of a large and successful corporate group.
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is an equal opportunity employer.
