{"id":1073189,"url":"https://alion.io/job/gauder-procurement-sourcing-manager-fluent-english-mfd-2","title":"Procurement & Sourcing Manager - Fluent English (m/f/d)","company":{"id":674415,"name":"Gauder","domain":"gauder.net","url":"https://alion.io/company/gauder","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"Join","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":75,"open_postings":4,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":1,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":null,"computed_at":"2026-09-23T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Operations","role_family":"Operations","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Berlin, Germany"],"countries":["DE"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":33000,"max_usd":80000,"period":"year","method":"global_role_cell_scaled_by_country","sample_n":1025},"experience_years_min":2,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Google Sheets","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-07-24T13:30:51Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-07-24","last_verified_at":"2026-09-23T01:40:35Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":61,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":61},"description":"At Gauder, we rethink home improvement.\nMagnets, adhesives, insect protection - sounds basic? We get it. But the truth is: many DIY products on the market are overpriced, poorly made, or just not built to last. That’s what we’re here to change. At Gauder, we develop home improvement solutions that are reliable, user-friendly, and designed with purpose.\nSince 2017, more than 2 million customers across Europe and the US have trusted our products - from DIY enthusiasts to professionals. With 100,000+ monthly orders, we’ve grown into one of the leading e-commerce brands in our category. And we’re just getting started.\nBacked by experience from Rocket Internet, WHU, WU Vienna, and several international startups, our team combines operational excellence with big-picture thinking. Our vision: expand into new product categories, build scalable infrastructure, and become a household name in home improvement.\nAt Gauder, we value initiative, accountability, and collaboration. We believe in learning fast, building together, and enjoying the ride. This is your chance to shape the future of a fast-growing consumer brand.\nStart: Immediately\nType: Permanent position\nLocation: Berlin, Germany\nTasks\nYou will work directly with our Head of Supply Chain in Berlin on further scaling Gauder and positioning the company as a leading brand in the home improvement and DIY space.\nDrive growth by identifying and sourcing new products that strengthen our position as a leading brand in the home improvement and DIY market.\nEvaluate and qualify suppliers worldwide, ensuring the best mix of quality, cost efficiency, and reliability.\nBuild and manage strong supplier relationships, from sample testing and benchmarking to auditing and long-term partnerships.\nOversee the global flow of goods by coordinating shipments and inventory across multiple warehouses and continents.\nSupport strategic decisions by analysing sales performance, forecasting trends, and contributing to process improvements and automation.\nRequirements\n2-5 years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, logistics, e-commerce, or a related field.\n Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in business, supply chain management, or a similar discipline.\nAnalytical strength - you are confident with numbers, fluent in Excel/Google Sheets, and comfortable translating data into insights.\nEntrepreneurial mindset - you take ownership, move fast, and enjoy turning challenges into opportunities.\n Excellent communication skills in English (C1+), both written and spoken; additional languages are a plus.\nBenefits\nReal ownership from day one - you’ll drive sourcing and supplier projects that directly impact Gauder’s growth.\nYour ideas matter - we encourage you to actively shape our processes, culture, and supplier strategy.\nSteep learning curve with the opportunity to grow into a leadership role in sourcing and supply chain.\nA dynamic mix of strategic challenges and hands-on execution in a global business environment.\n Competitive compensation package with performance-based growth opportunities.\nWe look forward to receiving your application! 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