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An exciting opportunity for a German speaking Purchasing Administrator with a renowned leader in the automotive industry for over 100 years. This role is based in Thorne, Doncaster with occasional travel to Munich. As a German speaking Purchasing Administrator you will be responsible for performing all purchasing tasks within the area of responsibility, including coordinating with relevant stakeholders on a local and regional level, planning, sourcing, optimisation, negotiation, supplier liaison, and steering.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the regional purchasing network and set up new suppliers.
Ensure suppliers meet company standards for innovation, quality, flexibility, and value for money.
Analyse quotations and tenders, negotiate terms, and achieve KPIs.
Review and convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders, and issue frame contracts.
Manage contracts lifecycle, purchasing records, and databases.
Promote the purchasing cycle and handle day-to-day administration, including credit reports and financial risk management.This position provides great exposure to the automotive industry, working with a leading global brand known for innovation and excellence. You will gain valuable experience and skills, with continuous learning and career growth opportunities as well as top notch industry training.

Qualifications/Experience:

Educated to GCSE/A-Level equivalent.
Good interpersonal skills at all levels of management.
Effective organisational and time management skills.
Proactive and able to react quickly.
Able to use own initiative and work autonomously.
Familiar with purchase orders, contracts, and tenders processes.
Fluent German and English language skills required; other language skills (Italian, Spanish, or French) beneficial.To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Tom.
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