Your mission We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Indirect Procurement Specialist to join our procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods and services that are not directly tied to our core product offerings. This includes areas such as office supplies, IT services, marketing materials, and other indirect spending categories. The Indirect Procurement Specialist will develop and implement procurement strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships to ensure the best value for the company. Key Responsibilities Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies: Formulate and execute strategies for the procurement of indirect goods and services to ensure cost-effective and efficient purchasing. Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement cost-reduction initiatives. Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers and service providers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure the best possible deals. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. Mitigate risks associated with procurement processes. Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including Sales Operations, Service, Legal, IT, Marketing, HR, and Finance to understand their procurement needs and provide solutions. Supplier Performance Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to agreed terms and quality standards. Process Improvement & Stakeholder Collaboration: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement process. Work closely with various departments(e.g., Finance, operations, and legal) to understand their purchasing needs. Budget Management: Manage and track budgets related to indirect procurement, ensuring alignment with organizational financial goals. Reporting and Analytics: Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, spend analysis, and cost savings to senior management. Your profile Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field. An MBA or a master’s degree in a related field is a plus. Languages: German, English and Chinese languages are must have. Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, with at least 3 years in indirect procurement. Proven track record in indirect purchasing and supplier management. Certifications: CPSM, CPP, CIPS, or Six Sigma certification is advantageous. Skills: Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in procurement software and Tools. Strong financial and budget management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Why us? This decade might be overshadowed by Covid19, but sooner or later we will beat and overcome that son of a germ, am I right? But the true topic for this decade lies in energy！ We are more than happy to state that not only We are leading this discourse, we also offer the fitting solutions for it. We have the strongest PV-Inverter R&D there is and became the world`s biggest Inverter Manufacturer, which we are extremely proud of And now, for this decade, we are increasing our game, and You, You might become part of it Besides that, many things await You: Mobility package: in case you want a Job-Rad, we got you covered (E-bikes we need more E-bikes fueled by solar-power) Bonus payments: we agree on Smart KPIs with You, an You receive a nice Bonus at the end of the year, isn`t that something? A multinational team awaits You with lots of European and transeuropean exchange Possibility for technical and commercial knowledge enhancement in regard to string inverters, central inverters, inverter stations including transformer and switch gear and storage solutions Technical and commercial training in our headquarter in Germany and even visits to the big R&D facility in China About us We are a green tech company with young creative minds. We are fighting every day to make our mission happen – Clean Power for All With 500GW of clean power presently installed worldwide, we are on the road to success Welcome at Sungrow Founded in 1997 by University Professor Cao Renxian, Sungrow is a leader in the research and development of solar inverters with the largest dedicated R&D team in the industry and a broad product portfolio offering PV inverter solutions and energy storage systems for utility-scale, commercial & industrial, and residential applications, as well as internationally recognized floating PV plant solutions, NEV driving solutions, EV charging solutions and renewable hydrogen production systems. Want to know more? Check out what working with us is like