As a Procurement Specialist, you are responsible for the procurement of goods and services for a company. This includes the analysis of supplier offers, the negotiation of contracts and the assurance of the quality of the products procured. In addition, the management of production resources and the optimization of procurement costs play a central role.
In Germany, the salary for procurement managers or similar positions in the purchasing sector may vary.
In order to be active in procurement, a degree in business administration, business engineering or a related field is usually required. In addition, further training in the field of procurement and procurement is an advantage. Practical experience, for example through internships or trainee programmes, is also valuable.
There are many career opportunities in procurement, such as becoming a purchasing manager or a supply chain manager, or taking on specialist roles in strategic purchasing or supplier development, and with the right experience and success, you can move up the corporate hierarchy and take responsibility for larger teams and budgets.
