Procurement Supervisor (m/f/x)

Before you apply to a job, select your language preference from the options available at the top right of this page. Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow—people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level. Job Description: This position supports the implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives within the assigned commodity. The employee procures products and services at the highest quality and best rate. This position helps define requirements to meet global business needs. The employee may supervise others within the department. Responsibilities: Coordinates and reviews competitive bid quotations, evaluates pricing for inclusion in cost proposals, and contacts suppliers to negotiate or conduct reverse auctions to ensure the bid process is followed by Procurement Analysis. Analyzes the Total Cost of Ownership to determine the most desirable method of purchase. Oversees response to calls and requests from internal customers. Resolves procurement requests, issues, and inquiries (e.g., corrects proposals, obtains resources, quotations, competitive bids, etc.) to support customer needs. Assesses and validates customer needs and expectations to ensure that the right products or services are delivered on time and at the right price. Interprets contract provisions to monitor the contract incentive process. Oversees contract maintenance and reviews contracts to evaluate revisions, pricing, and performance. Identifies contract amendments and addenda as necessary and communicates recommendations to management. Determines employees' training needs and supports continuous development plans. Provides ongoing feedback and support to improve performance. Qualifications: Experience negotiating service agreements. 3-5 years of procurement experience or equivalent. Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) is required. Supervisory experience preferred. Experience with sourcing systems preferred. At least six months employment track at current position in UPS. Benefits: Stable employment based on an employment contract Social benefit package (including sport package, life insurance, health care, pension scheme, co-financing of corrective glasses, additional social benefits) Wellbeing program – access to a platform of emotional support and coaching for our employees and their families Access to a training platform enabling the development of various competences Full training and support of the team after the implementation period Equipment for work Gaining valuable professional experience in an international environment Using foreign language in daily business contacts Employee referral program Possibility to get involved and develop your passions by participating in employee committees (charity initiatives, sports committee, employee newsletter, etc.) Before proceeding with the recruitment process, please familiarize yourself with the procedure at the following link: Employee Type: Permanent UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.