A supervisor in charge of purchasing - Sperry, IA, United States - Titan Industries

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Sperry, IA is seeking a Supervisor (m/w/d) for our Purchasing department at our Diamant Factory in Germany. Our motto, "Moving since 1885," may seem simple, but it encompasses the complexity of our work. We are not just building bicycles, we are living movement. With 135 years of experience and passion, we create wheels that last and constantly strive for improvement.


As a Supervisor in our Purchasing department, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our production runs smoothly and optimizing our supply chain processes and inventory.

Your responsibilities will include representing the Head of Purchasing, leading and training a team of 8 employees, forecasting and placing orders, managing general purchasing, monitoring order confirmations, assisting in supplier selection and negotiations, handling complaints, and maintaining data in our IT systems.

You will also collaborate closely with other departments such as product management, logistics, sales, and finance within our international corporation.

We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of purchasing processes and the ability to handle challenges. You should also possess qualities such as assertiveness, resilience, and teamwork, as well as excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Reliability, flexibility, and organizational skills are also important, as well as a willingness to travel to visit our suppliers (approximately 10% of your working time).

A degree in business or logistics, or a minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing setting, is required.

Fluency in English (C

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