Buyer & Supply Planner (m/w/d)

Alcon / WaveLight GmbH

Erlangen, Germany
Not specified (assumed to be office-based, given the role's requirements).
Sap erp system proficiency
4-5 years tactical purchasing experience
German and english language fluency
Alcon, a global leader in ophthalmology, is seeking a Buyer & Supply Planner to support its production and service teams in Erlangen, Germany. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in procurement and material planning, particularly with SAP, and will contribute to enhancing the supply chain's efficiency while ensuring material availability

Job Summary

  • This role ensures material availability for production and service teams while adhering to defined inventory goals.
  • The position involves proactive escalation management for supply or quality bottlenecks in close coordination with suppliers.
  • Candidates will engage in supplier portfolio development, including selection, qualification, and cost optimization initiatives.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Alcon, a global leader in ophthalmology, is seeking a Buyer & Supply Planner to support its production and service teams in Erlangen, Germany. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in procurement and material planning, particularly with SAP, and will contribute to enhancing the supply chain's efficiency while ensuring material availability.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • SAP ERP system proficiency
  • 4-5 years tactical purchasing experience
  • German and English language fluency

Nice-to-have

  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Risk management awareness
  • Cross-functional project collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Completed commercial training or equivalent degree
  • 4-5 years experience in tactical purchasing or material disposition
  • Fluent German and very good English skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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