Mechanical & Electrical Materials Buyer – Frankfurt (German Speaking)

 

Our client is a well-established and thriving specialist mechanical services contractor undertaking the supply and installation of prefabricated and modular mechanical / HVAC and energy solutions across Ireland, The UK and Europe

 

This organisation works across multiple industry sectors but in mainland Europe they specialise within the data centre and similar high-tech markets.

 

Due to continued growth, we are now seeking an experienced Mechanical & Electrical Materials Buyer – to join the team delivering a hyper-scale data centre project in Frankfurt, Germany
 

The Materials Buyer will support the growing Purchasing Team in the Frankfurt Office. This post is a permanent contract and offers an amazing opportunity for a candidate who wants to gain experience with a progressive and dynamic company to further their career.  will work closely with various departments in ensuring the smooth transition of all material ordering from Technical Approval to final stages of invoicing.
 

Key Responsibilities

Negotiate the best possible rates for Mechanical & Electrical plant and materials with local suppliers to stay within the budgetary requirement and purchase such materials  Manage the delivery of M&E materials direct to site in a clear and professional manner by ensuring all items are available when required.  Work to ensure all supplier invoices are cleared for payment in a timely manner to maintain the high-level of positive supplier relations expected by the company.  Perform daily, weekly, and monthly checks to ensure all paperwork is up to date, all sites are being efficiently serviced and efficiency remains at the expected high level.  Build, manage & maintain relationships with local clients, suppliers, contractors & other construction professionals including site operatives.  Report to the Procurement Manager and company directors as required.  Work to follow the robust processes/controls already in place to increase efficiency and improve performance.  Supplier Vetting on EU contractors and suppliers  Will be responsible for all EU material purchasing for delivery direct to all site locations  Ensuring that all contractors are in line with all planned programme’s of work on each site 

 

Essential Criteria

Previous experience in a construction or M&E environment & demonstrable previous experience of material ordering  Must speak a good level of German Language Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a purchasing / materials buyer role.  Strong experience and excellent working knowledge of M&E materials and components.  Organized and structured approach to your work.  Enthusiastic adopter/user of IT systems, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel.  Excellent negotiating skills.  Ability to work under pressure and cope with a varied portfolio of work, progressing with reduced supervision.  Previous experience in a procurement role