Strategic Project Procurement Lead; Germany & France

As our procurement and supply chain function has been growing alongside with the business, we are now seeking a Procurement professional to join our dynamic team in Papenburg, Germany.

In this role, youwill play a key role in executing the organization’s procurement strategy by managing sourcing activities, negotiating with suppliers, managing keycontracts,and ensuring best value for the business.

You will alsobe responsible forproactivelyidentifyingand investigating new sourcing opportunities. Although your projects are primarily based in Germany, you will also havean important rolein our expanding operations in France.

• Execute project procurement activities from end to end: sourcing, negotiating, and contracting with suppliers, with a focus on the German and French markets.
• Handle operative purchasing tasks to ensure material availability for projects:
• Create and process purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Monitor order confirmations, delivery schedules, and logistics.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensuretimelydeliveries and resolve any delays.
• Build andmaintainstrong, trust-based relationships with project teams and customers to ensure smooth collaboration and successful project outcomes.
• Proactively investigate andidentifynew suppliers, sourcing channels, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to recommend the best sourcing strategies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and project requirements throughout the procurement process.
• Collaborate closely withinternalstakeholders to align procurement activities with project goals.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within theglobalprocurement function.
• Solid hands-on experience in procurement, ideally within project-based environmentsfor over 5 years.
• Strong knowledge of the German market; experience with French suppliers and partners is a significant advantage.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with a collaborative and proactive mindset.
• Proven track recordof delivering value through sourcing initiatives and contract management
• Analytical and strategic thinking, with the ability toanticipateproject needs andidentifynew opportunities.
• Fluent in English and German
• Relevant educational background in procurement, supply chain, orrelatedfield.

Join our energetic teamin

Papenburg, Germany(other locations can be considered), where your skills directly contribute to project success and customer satisfaction. Merima offers continuous learning, international exposure, and supportive colleagues.

You’llhave the opportunity to work on exciting international projects, develop your skills, and make a real impact on our business. We invest in our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and mutual respect.

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