Procurement Specialist (f/m/x)

IBM iX – Experience the Human Factor.

As a Global Procurement Specialist, you are part of dedicated teams with great specialization and development opportunities. You will support our Corporate Services departments in various tasks related to internal purchasing and purchasing for our customers and partners. You will work hand-in-hand with various stakeholders within our organization (e.g., requesters from Project Management, Learning & Development, Marketing and Sales) to successfully complete and correctly document purchasing and billing projects.

We are looking for you to join our team as soon as possible in full-time (40 hours per week) – at our locations in either Berlin or Düsseldorf (hybrid work with the office attendance 2x per week ideally). Please note that for this position we can only consider candidates that are English and German (min. B2) fluent.

Your tasks

• You are responsible for the operational and strategic purchase of products and services and take care of all commodity groups (from IT hardware, software, to technical services, training and education, office supply, etc.)
• You are responsible for processing internal requirement requests and creating purchase orders in the Order Management system
• You master the implementation of supplier selection, e.g., through tenders, taking into account the internal group specifications and build strategic business relationships with suppliers
• You conduct price and contract negotiations with suppliers in the national and international environment
• You are responsible for supplier management (onboarding of new suppliers, master data maintenance, reporting, etc.) and independently prepare various analyses (demand, market, cost and supplier analyses)
• You ensure audit-compliant documentation and management of all purchasing-related data and documents

Your skills

• You ideally have 2-5 years of professional experience in purchasing, a completed vocational training or a degree in business administration, financial management, controlling or accounting
• You have an independent, structured and very careful way of working
• You have a high affinity for numbers and are proficient in the use of Excel and/or other common software systems from purchasing and accounting
• You are a friendly personality with a solution-oriented and proactive attitude, and you like to work in a motivated team
• You are a communication talent, and bring very good English and German skills in writing and speaking (at least B2)

Your perspective

Professional Growth 
We offer various opportunities for personal development through our internal academy and „design yourself“ programs, including in-house coaching and mentoring. You’ll also have full access to all further training opportunities at IBM. 

Work-Life Balance 
Our core working hours, 30 days of vacation and hybrid-work-model help you live your life more flexible.  

Health & Well-Being 
Your well-being is just as important as your health. That’s why we offer different programs & initiatives to support your physical and mental health.

Team & Culture  
It’s our goal for everyone to feel safe, needed and celebrated. Look forward to great team and company events.

Corporate Benefits & Incentives  
Enjoy great IBM discounts and internal incentives that appreciate your effort like our “Bring a friend” rewards program. 

About us

In over 60 studios, IBM iX is one of the largest providers of digital experience services in the world. As part of IBM Consulting, IBM’s consulting and services unit, IBM iX is a consultancy, digital agency, design studio and tech company all in one. At the intersection of strategy, design and technology, the teams support organizations, companies and brands in their digital transformation. In German-speaking countries, experts design digital experiences that put people at the center – based on IBM technologies and in collaboration with leading technology partners such as Adobe, Salesforce and SAP CX.

You feel at home in the world of digital trends and love to drive projects with real impact? Then become part of our IBM iX Team! 

IBM iX is a company focused on creating an equal work environment for all. We especially want to encourage all people with their individual diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply for work at our company.

We look forward to receiving your application with a current CV, work references and, very welcome, a short letter of motivation.

Questions about the job? Please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner:
Isabella Görke
[email protected]