Ehrenkind is looking for a Purchasing Assistant (m/w/d) to join our team and ensure smooth operations in the hardware department. In this role, you will be a key player in our purchasing processes, working closely with suppliers and optimizing procurement for our children's furniture and toys.
What You'll Do
- Maintain data in the ERP system, including article creation and master data upkeep.
- Process purchase orders in the ERP system and communicate them to suppliers.
- Handle invoices, goods receipts, and clarify any quantity discrepancies.
- Serve as the point of contact for other departments regarding ERP data maintenance.
- Act as the interface to the accounting department, ensuring completeness of all purchasing documents.
- Maintain close exchange with suppliers, coordinating production and delivery dates.
- Check invoices and credit notes, process payments, and ensure accuracy.
- Optimize processes within your area of responsibility to ensure smooth workflows.
What We're Looking For
- Excellent communication skills and enjoy communicating with multiple contacts simultaneously.
- A very meticulous and conscientious approach, preferring to double-check details.
- Very good Excel skills and enjoyment in familiarizing yourself with new tools and processes.
- Analytical thinking as a strength and comfort with numbers.
- Good English language skills in spoken and written form.
- You live within a radius of approximately 2 hours from Schwäbisch Hall.
Nice to Have
- Initial knowledge in purchasing and/or disposition and a strong desire to expand it.
Technical Stack
- ERP System
- Excel
Team & Environment
You will be part of the purchasing department (Einkauf) at Ehrenkind, a team-oriented and impact-driven company.
Benefits & Compensation
- Fully remote work with maximum freedom to work how, where, and when you want.
- Regular in-person team meetings, events, and coworking sessions.
- Flexible working hours, largely self-determined.
- Subsidy for kindergarten or daycare costs up to 200 EUR per month for employees with small children.
- Use of the latest and best tools, or custom-developed ones.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's success.
- Macbook of your choice.
- Monthly non-cash benefit (50 EUR) in the form of vouchers.
- Job bike (Jobrad).
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee budget for the entire Ehrenkind product range.
- 30 days annual vacation.
- A top team.
Work Mode
This is a fully remote position. We operate with a digital-first and remote-focused culture while valuing face-to-face exchange. Candidates should be based within a reasonable commute of Schwäbisch Hall, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Ehrenkind is an equal opportunity employer.
