Junior Procurement Specialist
Full-timeJob Overview
As a Procurement Junior Specialist, you will support operational procurement processes, including shopping cart validation, purchase order administration, vendor master data maintenance, and vendor onboarding while ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both operational and analytical aspects of procurement, while building a strong foundation for future growth within an international, dynamic organization.
As a Procurement Junior Specialist, you will support operational procurement processes, including shopping cart validation, purchase order administration, vendor master data maintenance, and vendor onboarding while ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both operational and analytical aspects of procurement, while building a strong foundation for future growth within an international, dynamic organization.
Responsibilities
- Review, validate, and process shopping carts, ensuring approvals and compliance with procurement guidelines.
- Create, manage, and track purchase orders (POs) in the ERP system, resolving discrepancies and delays.
- Act as the main point of contact for Business Owners regarding all procurement-related processes.
- Maintain and update vendor master data, including onboarding and approvals.
- Support Procurement and Accounts Payable in vendor invoicing, payment terms, and PO matching.
- Perform periodic audits to ensure data quality and policy compliance.
- Assist in reporting, spend analysis, and supplier performance tracking.
- Support RFP (Request for Proposal), RFQ (Request for Quotation), and tender processes by preparing documentation and coordinating evaluations.
- Identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.
- Prepare procurement reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
- Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations.
Requirements:
- First experience in procurement, supply chain, finance, administration or related area.
- Basic knowledge of ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite ) is highly desirable.
- Willingness to work in a hybrid mode.
- Proficiency in the MS Office suite.
- Business-level proficiency in English (minimum B2).
- Eagerness to learn and develop a career in procurement.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
What we offer:
- Full-time employment under a contract of employment
- Benefits package with the possibility to customize your benefits through the MyBenefit system
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both operational and analytical aspects of procurement
- Friendly and supportive, cooperation-driven team environment
- Opportunity to work in an international organization operating in a rapidly changing industry
- Stable employment with opportunities for professional growth