Technical Buyer (m/f/d)

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As a successful medium-sized company, we develop, produce and sell machines and systems that are used in industrial production; the program ranges from bar feeders to robots in automation. Come on board a world-leading and highly respected company that develops solutions for its customers that stand for precision, reliability and cost savings. Do you have questions about job advertisements and career opportunities at FMB Maschinenbau?

Your tasks

Independent procurement of parts based on drawings, mechanical and electrical components, assemblies, and technical services
Management of the entire operational procurement process—from requests for quotes and bid evaluation through order placement to schedule tracking and resolution of delivery discrepancies
Supplier Selection, Evaluation, and Development
Negotiating prices, delivery terms, and contract terms
Ensuring the availability of materials while taking quality, costs, and delivery dates into account
Conducting price, cost, and value analyses, as well as identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities
Monitoring procurement markets as well as developments in raw materials, prices, and supply chains
Monitoring and Improving Delivery Quality, On-Time Delivery, and Cost Trends
Handling complaints and service disruptions in collaboration with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Production
Close collaboration with Design, Work Planning, Production, Quality Assurance, Project Management, and Sales
Maintenance and further development of purchasing-related master data and supplier data in the ERP system
Contributing to the continuous improvement of our purchasing processes and supplier structures

Your profile

A successfully completed technical or business apprenticeship with relevant continuing education, such as training to become a technician, technical business specialist, or business administrator; alternatively, a completed degree in a technical or business field
Initial professional experience spanning several years in technical procurement at a manufacturing company, ideally in the machinery or plant engineering sector
Strong technical understanding and knowledge of manufacturing and production processes
Ideally, experience in purchasing parts based on drawings and custom-made parts, as well as mechanical or electrical components and assemblies
Strong knowledge of procurement and contract law
Negotiation skills, cost awareness, and a confident demeanor when dealing with suppliers
An analytical, structured, and forward-thinking approach to work
Initiative, a solution-oriented approach, and assertiveness
Willingness to help shape strategic initiatives while actively contributing to day-to-day operations
Strong communication skills, the ability to work well in a team, and a passion for collaborating with technical and business departments
Proficiency in using ERP systems and common MS Office applications
Good written and spoken German and English skills
An interest in professional development and in taking on additional responsibilities over time

The Offer

A versatile role that combines operational procurement activities with strategic responsibilities
A structured onboarding process and the opportunity to gradually expand your area of responsibility
A high degree of personal autonomy and short decision-making chains
Direct collaboration with the technical departments and company management
A diverse range of procurement opportunities in a technically challenging mechanical engineering environment
The opportunity to actively help shape purchasing processes, supplier structures, and procurement strategies
Good opportunities for professional and personal development within the purchasing department
A work environment with a small-to-medium-sized business feel, where initiative, pragmatism, and teamwork are valued
Thorough, targeted, and structured training on products and tasks
A secure job with opportunities for professional growth
Compensation commensurate with qualifications, performance, and experience
Employee benefits, e.g., contributions to retirement plans and health insurance, gift certificates, work clothes, etc.
A pleasant work environment, group events such as a summer party or Christmas party

Would you like to start with us?

Send us your complete application documents to:

FMB Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG
Human Resources Department
Paul-Hohe-Straße 1
97906 Faulbach

Or send us your documents by e-mail:
personal@fmb-machinery.de

If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact our HR department:
Phone: +49 9392 801 229