GEA is one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors.
Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services.
Used across diverse industries, they enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.Would you like to be part of our Team?
Works closely with category managers of respective category and project procurement managers implementing the category strategy and linking it into the business
Adapts and implements catalogues and framework contracts on Divisional/ regional level in compliance with guidelines
Runs negotiations, manages RFQs, negotiations, awarding decisions and follow-up with suppliers, takes awarding decisions in line with category strategy
Executes supplier selection along strategy, requirements, supplier base development, and identification of new suppliers
Direct involvement in and solving of issues with suppliers (e.g., quality, delivery and service issues), etc.
Monitors and communicates performance of suppliers
Strives for automation and digitalization practices and tool improvement
Ensures cost, availability, innovation, and quality within the sourcing plan creation and execution
Ensures compliance with procurement process, policies and other statutory requirements within category
Accountable for achieving agreed KPIs and their reporting
Experience preferred in beverage industry construction and field installation projects: quotation, competitive bidding and procurement
Educational Background
Procurement or Supply chain Certification (optional)
Professional Knowledge and Experiences
Strategic Buyer:
Experience in procurement processes
Know-how of international contract management
Cost analysis and management
Experience with implementation of corporate procurement
Work experience in complex organizations
Systems, Ariba, S2P, SAP
Senior Strategic Buyer:




10+ years of experience in procurement processes
Profound background international contract management
Solid cost analysis and management experience
Inter-Cultural Sensitivity
Experience with implementation of corporate procurement
Work experience in complex organizations
Profound negotiation experience across the supplier markets
Market analysis experience
Systems: SAP Ariba, SAP CP
Other Skills & Competencies
Strategic Buyer:
Ability to network and build relationships
Internal stakeholder /supplier relationship management
Ability to translate business requirements into RFx
Very good analytical capabilities, problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
Takes ownership of the work, successes and mistakes
Very good communication skills
Services and delivery expert
Negotiation Expert
Commercial/analytical and engagement skills
Senior Strategic Buyer:
Ability to network and build lasting relationships
Internal stakeholder /supplier relationship management
Strong ability to translate business requirements into RFx
Very good analytical capabilities, problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
Takes ownership of the work, successes and mistakes
Very good communication skills
Services and delivery expert
Negotiation Expert for Large and complex negotiations
What will you find being part of GEA?
Exciting professional challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a global operating environment.
A work culture that promotes the spirit of innovation where our engineers create,



develop and implement world-class solutions.
We believe in delivering a true work experience in an equal opportunity environment that values difference and diversity.
Market competitive salary and benefits complemented by flexible and autonomous work arrangements.
Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable industries?
Join GEA and become part of a global team that's driving innovation, excellence, and impact across the food, beverage, and process sectors.
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