Buyer - German Speaker

Join Eaton, a global leader where equality and inclusivity are at the heart of our mission. Here, everyone is valued and belongs. Be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions, making a tangible impact on the world. We empower our customers to manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical energy more effectively, safely, and sustainably. At Eaton, we're dedicated to enhancing quality of life and protecting the environment with our innovative energy management technologies and services.
Our EMEA Business Service Center (BSC) in Budapest is Eaton's largest office in the region. With a diverse team of over 700 people, representing 40+ nationalities and speaking 20+ languages, the BSC is the central hub for business services. It empowers seamless operations and drives exceptional results across our electrical, industrial, and corporate teams. We are proud to be a Disability Friendly Workplace, ensuring an inclusive environment for all our employees.

What you'll do:

As a buyer, you will manage value stream from supplier to distribution centre and production plants, be responsible for material availability and electrical finished goods inventory management, maintain system inventory records and transactions, and achieve customer satisfaction through effective planning and execution. You will be reporting directly to the Buyer Team Leader.

Main Responsibilities:
- Manage flow of goods between Suppliers/Factories and Distribution Center and production plants
- Ensure demand for materials is met and deliveries are made on time
- Set up weekly/monthly calls with critical vendors
- Ensure KPI are achieved based on daily/monthly/quarterly reviews
- Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers and collaborate effectively with internal teams
- Manage Purchase Orders and work on improvements in system in alignment with Senior/inventory specialist
- Investigate and solve reasons of blocked Invoices weekly
- Provide forecasts to vendors and understand the impact
- Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages to the Distribution Center and production plants
- Collaborate with Internal and External stakeholders to forecast, plan and facilitate on-time material delivery to the Distribution Center and production plants
- Respond to queries from Warehouse (ticket system mainly) and support to resolve the inbound discrepancies.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree
- 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain/Procurement.

Skills:

• Experience with SAP MM and MS Office
• Ability to communicate in English and German (both written and spoken) on a business level
• Open, proactive and cooperative
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Willing to take ownership
• Analytical and cognitive
• Ability to analyze operational problems in a short time based on data-driven KPIs and/or unexpected critical situations

What We Offer:
• Wide range of Employee Benefits: Hybrid work model, Annual bonus, Cafeteria, Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Eye-glass refund, AYCM partnership, Internal reward system (E-Stars)
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Access comprehensive support programs designed to enhance your overall wellbeing
• Family Friendly: Enjoy a family-friendly environment with policies that support work-life balance
• Talent Management and Career Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth, with a strong focus on internal mobility, continuous learning, and peer coaching
• Dog-Friendly: Bring your furry friend to work in our dog-friendly office
• Dedicated Spaces: Utilize our family room, multi-prayer room, stretching room, and chill room for your comfort and convenience
• Company Yoga Sessions: Participate in regular yoga sessions to stay fit and relaxed
• Social Responsibility: Join a socially responsible organization committed to making a positive impact
• Employee Appreciation Day: Celebrate with us on Employee Appreciation Day, recognizing your hard work and contributions

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.