IT Strategic Buyer (m/f/d) - Maternity Cover (18 months)

IT Strategic Buyer (m/f/d) - Maternity Cover (18 months)

At Nordex, we are at the heart of the green transformation of the energy sector. With over 10,900 employees worldwide, we design, produce, and maintain wind turbines that enable clean and sustainable power generation. Our procurement team plays a key role in ensuring innovation, quality, and efficiency across all categories.

YOUR TASKS

• Manage strategic sourcing activities across IT Hardware, Software, Services and Consulting categories.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal IT stakeholders, understanding their needs and challenges.
• Develop and implement proactive purchasing strategies based on spend analysis and category management.
• Lead the full procurement process – from requirements definition to contract signature and supplier negotiation.
• Drive supplier base optimization, identifying and developing preferred partners.
• Deliver cost optimization and process improvements through innovation and Total Cost of Ownership focus.
• Support the digital transformation of procurement together with the Sourcing Excellence team.

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a strategic purchasing or IT procurement role.
• Proven negotiation skills and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strong analytical mindset and strategic thinking, with focus on value creation.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, international working style.
• Fluent English required; German is a strong plus, Spanish appreciated.
• Basic knowledge of SAP and digital procurement tools.

WHY JOIN US?

• Contribute directly to the digital and strategic evolution of a global renewable energy leader.
• Join a diverse, collaborative, and high-performing international team.
• Take ownership and drive tangible impact within a supportive work culture.
• Opportunity for contract extension or permanent employment after the initial 18 months.

Help us shape a sustainable future — we look forward to receiving your application!

• Shape a sustainable future with us – your work makes a real contribution to the environment.
• Work-life balance is important to us – we offer flexible working hours, various working time models, and up to 8 days of mobile work per month.
• We promote sustainable mobility – we support you with an 80% subsidy for the public transportation ticket (Deutschlandticket) and a €15 employer contribution for bike leasing.
• With our company pension scheme, you secure a financial advantage for the future – complemented by the option of occupational disability insurance.
• Your health matters to us – benefit from health days, company sports activities, office yoga, and free support from the pme Family Service.
• We offer you 30 days of vacation per year based on a full-time position, plus December 24th and 31st off.
• Stronger together – with over 10,000 employees from 95 nations, we promote an international and collegial corporate culture.
• Saving made easy – enjoy attractive discounts on travel, tech, and much more.

Some offers may vary by location.

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws. Severely disabled applicants and applicants of equal status will be given special consideration in the event of equal suitability. In principle, employment is also possible on a part-time basis.