Job Description
Messer is the world's largest privately held specialist for industrial, medical, electronic, and specialty gases. Under the brand name ‘Messer – Gases for Life', the company offers gases, services and technology in Asia, Europe, and America. More than 11,800 employees collaborate worldwide based on trust and mutual respect.
- Procure machinery, components, and services for air separation plants
- Negotiate with national and international suppliers
- Monitor bids, prepare comparisons, and evaluate offers
- Manage supplier qualification, development, and audits
- Ensure compliance with German and international guidelines and laws
- Report project and cost center spend
- Handle claims in collaboration with technical experts
- Lead procurement for selected projects and support subsidiaries on CAPEX projects
- Collaborate closely with related departments
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or Industrial Engineering or in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration with technical exposure
- Minimum 5 years of work experience
- Preferred certifications: CIPS, CPSM, Lean Six Sigma
- Expertise:
- Knowledge of plant engineering basics and CAPEX/OPEX procurement
- Skilled in interpreting technical specifications, drawings, and BOMs
- Experience in category management, cost analysis, and contract negotiation
- Knowledge of EPC contract frameworks, commercial law, and ESG compliance
- Skills:
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for plant-related materials and services
- Achieve cost reductions while ensuring quality and project goals
- Manage contracts, mitigate supply chain risks, and ensure sustainability
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), e-sourcing platforms, and data analytics tools
- Fluent in English and German (written and spoken)
- A varied and challenging job in an international, successful and economically stable company where your commitment is valued
- Personal development through further training programs
- 30 days of vacation
- The possibility of mobile working
- Company pension scheme and long-term accounts
- Free parking and subsidized train tickets and company bikes
- Subsidy for the canteen, company fitness, corporate benefits