Job Description
As part of our global Purchasing team, this role as (Senior) Buyer Tactical / Strategic Indirect Procurement (m/f/d) puts you right at the heart of our indirect procurement strategy, especially in the area of IT. You'll be working on everything from running tenders and negotiating contracts to supporting international teams and rolling out smart eProcurement solutions. It's a great fit for someone who enjoys thinking strategically, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited about making a real impact across a global organization.
YOUR ROLE AT SIXT
- You are part of the purchasing team and support the implementation of the global purchasing strategy for indirect material
- You monitor markets to identify conventional and innovative strategies and partners and act as a general market buyer with high focus on our commodity Professional Services projects
- You conduct RFx tenders, auctions, and contract negotiations as needed, while supporting rollouts and implementing the group-wide e-Sourcing and eProcurement strategy
- You conduct annual negotiations with existing partners and intermediaries, supporting international subsidiaries in their procurement activities while improving the cost structure of SIXT
- You develop and implement Professional Services strategies with group-wide responsibility and ensure alignment across all regions
YOUR SKILLS MATTER
- Experience You have proven experience in the indirect procurement environment as Tactical/Strategic buyer or with 3+ years of professional experience in a comparable role managing the full end-to-end procurement process (from initial planning to project closeout)
- Technical Proficiency You have a comprehensive understanding of our product groups, enabling effective supplier management, sourcing strategies, advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, with the ability to create detailed presentations and analyze complex data
- Skills You have exceptional negotiation skills with a strong focus on cost optimization and achieving value-driven outcomes; you are highly resilient under pressure, demonstrating excellent team collaboration, assertiveness, and the ability to thrive in dynamic environments
- Language Skills You have fluent English skills, both written and spoken; conversational German skills are nice-to-have
WHAT WE OFFER
- Extra benefits Enjoy discounts on SIXT rent, share, ride and SIXT+, attractive vehicle leasing offers, and exclusive deals with partners for travel, tech, fashion and more
- Mobility boost We support you with a monthly mobility allowance of €20 per month for even more freedom
- Future security We contribute to your retirement plan and support you with capital-forming benefits to ensure you are well covered
- Flexibility Enjoy 30 days of vacation and a hybrid working model with flexible hours
- Giving back Take one day each year to volunteer at a charitable organization dedicated to supporting children
Additional Information
About us:
We are a globally leading mobility service provider with a revenue of €4.3 billion and around 9,000 employees worldwide. Our mobility platform ONE combines our products SIXT rent (car rental), SIXT share (car sharing), SIXT ride (taxi, ride, and chauffeur services), and SIXT+ (car subscription), giving our customers access to our fleet of 360,000 vehicles, the services of 4,000 cooperation partners, and around 5 million drivers worldwide. Together with our franchise partners, we are present in more than 100 countries at 2,000 rental stations. At SIXT, top-tier customer experience and outstanding customer service are our highest priorities. We believe in true entrepreneurship and long-term stability and align our corporate strategy with foresight. Get started with us and apply now!
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