**Key Responsibilities of the Direct procurement specialist include:** * Responsible for the procurement of electronic and mechanical components for our production processes. * Evaluation of supplier offers with regard to prices, quality, and delivery times, as well as optimizing the existing supplier network. * Preparation of inquiries, negotiation of contracts, and establishment of purchasing conditions. * Close coordination with internal departments such as production, development, and quality control to coordinate material requirements. * Actively identify cost reduction and efficiency optimization potentials in supply chain management. * Establish and maintain long\-term supplier relationships. * Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely availability of materials. * Solution\-oriented handling of supply shortages and deviations in the procurement process. **Position Requirements:** **Must have:** * Several years of demonstrable professional experience in the operational and strategic procurement of electronic / electromechanical and mechanical components * Background in commerce and technical (electronic and/or mechanical) or a comparable business education * Negotiation skills and the ability to successfully conclude procurement contracts. * Experience in supply chain management and optimizing procurement processes * Proactive approach to problem\-solving and decision\-making * Team player, flexibility and resilience * Strong communication skills in English **Nice to have:** * Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. * Experience with group structures and the corresponding reporting * Excellent decision\-making mindset * Experience in using ERP systems, primarily MS Navision * Strong MS Office skills and especially Excel. * German language skills