Hy2gen is a global leader in developing and constructing plants for renewable hydrogen and its derivatives (RFNBO). Our aim is to support customers in hard-to-abate sectors, such as shipping, aviation, and the chemical, fertilizer, and steel industries, in achieving their sustainability goals with energy sources and fuels from Power-to-X processes. In this way, we significantly contribute to the energy transition and global climate targets.
For our Contracts and Procurement department at our headquarters in Wiesbaden with immediate effect and in full-time, we are looking for a
JUNIOR PROCUREMENT MANAGER
(m/f/d)
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
OPERATIONAL PURCHASING ACTIVITIES
- Supporting the purchasing department in procuring materials and services, including preparing and conducting requests for proposals for the procurement of technical components, external staffing, and other services
- Obtaining and comparing quotes
- Preparing and conducting price negotiations and monitoring timely and flawless delivery
EXPANDING SUPPLIER CONTACTS
- Developing into a direct point of contact for suppliers
- Handling correspondence with suppliers and coordinating the scope of services together with internal stakeholders such as the engineering department
- Vetting suppliers as part of KYC checks and the supplier onboarding process
INVOLVEMENT IN PROCUREMENT PROCESSES
- Reviewing and optimizing procurement processes and assisting with the implementation of new digital solutions
- Independently operating the procurement system and placing orders
- Independently verifying that internal approvals are in place before placing orders
- Assisting with the qualification, selection, and evaluation of suppliers
SUPPORT IN CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS
- Collaborating with the Contract Management department to negotiate purchasing contracts, payment terms, liability, and other relevant contract provisions
- Reviewing general terms and conditions of business and delivery
- Assisting in the negotiation of service contracts, primarily for the HR department, such as temporary staffing contracts and other external personnel resources
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
- University degree (in business administration or supply chain management) or a business apprenticeship with a focus on purchasing. Alternatively, a degree in engineering with relevant additional knowledge of commercial topics related to purchasing
- Several years of experience in purchasing/procurement or supply chain management (2–5 years)
- Basic technical understanding; ideally, prior experience in the renewable energy sector
- Strong knowledge of supplier management, particularly with regard to supplier qualification and evaluation
- Knowledge of contract lifecycle management and handling NDAs
- Existing understanding of the requirements of a sustainable procurement approach and the corresponding application of ESG criteria in supplier management
- Strong analytical skills and a structured approach to work
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- High degree of self-motivation, sense of responsibility, flexibility, and diligence
- Identification with the corporate values / the company / the corporate goals / the topic of sustainability
- Enthusiasm
- Professionalism
- Enjoy working with others (team player)
- Proactivity and initiative (hands-on mentality)
- Thinking outside the box
- Empathy
- Familiar with all functions of MS Office products
- German and English: very good written and spoken skills
WHAT WE OFFER
- Young, growing company with an international working environment
- Opportunity to actively help shape the company and make a sustainable contribution to its development with your own ideas and out-of-the-box thinking
- Positive team spirit and mutual support
- Flat hierarchies and communication on equal terms
- Development and training opportunities
- Modern and ergonomic office equipment in a centrally located and easily accessible office
- Comprehensive onboarding program
- Hybrid working & flexible working hours to support work-life balance and help you balance career and family life
- Workation and sabbatical opportunities
- 30 days of vacation
- Subsidy for a train ticket (Deutschlandticket)
- Possibility of leasing an (e-)bike
- Subsidized membership with EGYM Wellpass
- Financial support for childcare costs
- Occupational health checkups
