Purchase Coordinator (m/w/d)

As a vital part of the global Safran family, our Hamburg site is the beating heart of helicopter engines innovation for Central, Northern, and Eastern Europe, as well as Central Asia. Our impact? Massive: Every day, our 78 colleagues from 15 nations unite cutting-edge technology with unparalleled expertise to fulfil one crucial mission: to keep our customers flying. From emergency services to defense operations, our engines power the moments that matter most. You will join our new facility, HanSafran, on ca. 6,000 square meters, emphasizing our principles of growth and sustainability. Our aim is to operate climate-neutrally at Nordport in Norderstedt.

Currently, we are looking for you as

unlimited – full time – 40 hour-contract

Your mission:

In this exciting role, you'll be at the heart of our cutting-edge helicopter engine operations, ensuring we have the right materials at the right time to power innovation in aviation.

Your tasks in detail:

• Processing purchase orders
• Researching and negotiating with suppliers
• Ensuring timely deliveries
• Conduct market research
• Analyze quotations and prepare reports to optimize cost savings
• Maintain strong vendor relationships, ensure compliance with policies
• Continuously improve our Purchase processes
• Support purchasing projects and troubleshoot issues as they arise

What You Bring With You:

• Finished apprenticeship in the field of finance or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related field
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
• Fluent German and English skills, written and spoken
• Proficiency in O365 and SAP
• Advanced contract knowledge
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong time-management skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Teamplayer mindset with readiness to share knowledge and expertise across functional boundaries

What We Offer You

• A responsible position in a future-oriented, international company that values innovation
• Flexible working hours, 33 days of vacation, mobile working and modern work tools to help you perform at your best
• Continuous training opportunities for your ongoing development
• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as
• Supplementary health insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Transportation allowance or full cover of your German ticket
• Company leasing of bicycles (JobRad)
• Participation in our share savings plan

However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes! Whether a new contract signature, award winnings, summer festivals, Christmas parties, or kick-off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights?

SAFRAN Helicopter Engines Germany GmbH

Steven Butt (Human Resources Business Partner)