Junior Coordinator (m/f/d) - Purchasing & Office Administration

We are looking for a Junior Coordinator (m/f/d) to join our Central Functions and Purchasing & Logistics teams.

Type of contract: Long term contract / Permanent

Place of work: Wiesbaden

Start Date: As soon as possible / or by agreement

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• This role supports two departments, the Central Functions department and the Purchasing & Logistics department (P&L), with an allocation of approx. 50% to each
• Coordinating office administration activities including office management, purchasing office equipment and supplies, liaison for facility management, incoming and outgoing mail, organizing and filing documents
• Supporting the organization of company social events and annual tasks
• Assisting the P&L team in executing internal procurement activities, including quotations, contract negotiation and execution, purchasing, delivery management, and receipt confirmation
• Collaborating with the P&L team to ensure optimal procurement (cost, quality, and delivery) through market and data analysis, supplier evaluation, and negotiations
• Managing compliance and supply chain risks, and strengthening governance
• Providing support to facilitate and strengthen joint procurement activities
• Coordinating process improvements within assigned areas of responsibility

Skills and Experience

• Vocational training or university degree in related fields (e.g., Office Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Purchasing, Procurement)
• Relevant experience in Administration
• Knowledge of MS Office Applications
• Experience in Purchasing is beneficial
• Experience in the Automotive Industry is a plus
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills with a team-oriented spirit
• Fundamental understanding of contracts and commercial transactions is a plus
• Fluent in German and English; Japanese is beneficial

What we can offer you

• Flexible working hours
• Possibility of partial remote work
• A wide range of opportunities for personal development and training
• Competitive salary
• An international and multicultural working environment
• Company bike leasing