Operations Buyer (fluent German)

Introduction
IBM is looking for a self-driven procurement professional with fluent German and English language knowledge to support its prestigious Client from the Semi-conductor industry headquartered in the USA as Operations Buyer.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Procurement of products and/or services below given clip level

• Meet or exceed contracted measurements in operational delivery

• Communication with requesters and suppliers for information as required (eg. regarding price and delivery)

• Efficient processing of Purchase Requests and Purchase Orders knowledge of SAP application and other client applications

• Receive and handle email/call help requests from clients and document in SNOW (Service Now) timely and accurately

• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of all client specific processes and procedures.

• Resolve blocked invoices and interface with support teams (eg. Accounts Payable) clients and suppliers on payment issues with Sourcing Buyer(s) and/or Category Manager(s)

• Ensure full quality compliance and audit readiness of all purchasing documents through evidence documented

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Fluent German and English language skills both verbal and written

• Knowledge of sourcing and procurement processes

• Client facing skills

• Project Management

• Excel skills

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

–