Procurement Supplier Operations Specialist (Long Tail)

<div><p><span>This role encompasses comprehensive responsibility for supplier operations, negotiation activities, stakeholder coordination, and master data management across a substantial portfolio of long-tail suppliers. The position requires a proactive approach to managing day-to-day supplier interactions, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and supporting continuous process improvement in a dynamic, global environment.</span></p></div><div></div><div><h1><b>Your challenges</b></h1><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Managing High Volume of Suppliers:</span></b><span> Responsible for operational management of approximately 3,000 long-tail suppliers, representing ~10% of total spend.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Acting as Single Point of Contact:</span></b><span> Handling all operational, commercial, and administrative topics for assigned suppliers, requiring strong multitasking and prioritization.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Ensuring Smooth Operations:</span></b><span> Maintaining day-to-day supplier operations in strict alignment with procurement policies and processes.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Conducting Negotiations:</span></b><span> Performing low-value and operational negotiations within established commercial and contractual frameworks.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Implementing Strategies:</span></b><span> Ensuring centrally defined procurement strategies and contractual guidelines are executed consistently.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>System &amp; Data Accuracy:</span></b><span> Maintaining accuracy and completeness of supplier master data, adhering to standards and workflows.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Stakeholder Coordination:</span></b><span> Regularly coordinating with global procurement stakeholders, especially German Category Management teams.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Issue Resolution:</span></b><span> Clarifying and resolving supplier issues efficiently, managing escalations within defined paths.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Continuous Improvement:</span></b><span> Supporting ongoing improvement of supplier-related processes.</span></p></li></ul></div><div></div><div><h1><b><span>Your Expertise</span></b></h1></div><div><ul><li><p><span>University degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement or a comparable field</span></p></li><li><p><span>Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in operational procurement, supplier management or purchasing.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience working in an international or SSC environment is beneficial.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Practical experience with Procurement and ERP systems (e.g. SAP, LN INFOR, Ariba).</span></p></li><li><p><span>Confident handling of MS Office applications, especially Excel.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to manage conflicts constructively.</span></p></li><li><p><span>High level of ownership, reliability and decision-making capability.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Excellent command of English, written and spoken.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proficiency in at leat one additional Asian language (e.g. Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, Thai, Vientnamese) is an advantage.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Basic German language skills or willingness to learn; ability to process German-language procurement content with support</span></p></li><li><p></p></li></ul><h1><b>Your benefits at Eppendorf:</b></h1><ul><li><p>We truly appreciate our employees and their performance</p></li><li><p>We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities to allow you to deepen your technical knowledge and for continuous growth</p></li><li><p>By working with us, you will make a meaningful contribution to improving human living conditions</p></li><li><p>Attractive salary, employee benefits and performance bonus</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Eppendorf is an equal opportunity employer. We offer all qualified employees and applicants&#39; identical chances.</p><p></p><p>We are looking forward to receiving your application!</p></div></div>