Tactical Buyer

Tactical Buyer (m/f/d)

Operational Procurement for Materials and Projects

Would you like to help ensure that materials and services are available at the right time and with the right quality? As a Tactical Buyer (m/f/d), you will work at the interface between Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and various business functions. In an international environment, you will support energy infrastructure projects and help ensure smooth and efficient procurement processes.

Coordinate and Optimize Procurement Processes Efficiently

In this role, you will be responsible for operational and tactical procurement activities for inventory, projects, and services. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and Strategic Procurement to ensure that purchase orders, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions are aligned effectively. In addition, you will support framework agreement negotiations and contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and cost structures.

Your responsibilities include:

• Procuring materials and services for inventory and project requirements
• Determining target inventory levels and planning in SAP
• Managing purchasing activities based on purchase requisitions (e.g., project-related requirements)
• Handling supplier and service provider inquiries regarding technical specifications in collaboration with the relevant departments
• Processing purchase orders and monitoring delivery schedules
• Supporting price, delivery, and contract negotiations
• Maintaining procurement master data and processing invoices in SAP and XFLOW

You will be based in Troisdorf within the Grid Solutions business area. The position reports to the Manager Oil and Gas Cable Competence Center and requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

A Communicative Buyer with a Structured Approach

You work independently, maintain an overview even when managing multiple topics, and approach tasks with a solution-oriented mindset. You are characterized by a careful and reliable way of working as well as a constructive approach when interacting with different stakeholders. You enjoy collaboration, communicate clearly, and actively move topics forward. At the same time, you are able to prioritize effectively and stay focused in a dynamic environment.

In addition, you bring:

• Completed commercial or technical vocational training with a standard duration of at least three years
• More than three years of professional experience in procurement or a comparable environment
• Experience in sourcing materials and services
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Fluent German and very good English language skills, both written and spoken

Contributing to Tomorrow’s Energy Infrastructure

We want to create a working environment where people from different backgrounds are valued, supported, and able to reach their full potential. We actively promote greater gender diversity at NKT and welcome applications from people with a wide range of experiences and life paths. Even if you do not meet every single requirement, we strongly encourage you to apply. We believe that diverse teams contribute to better results and create a positive working environment.

You can expect a varied role with many interfaces across national and international functions. You will have the opportunity to further develop your professional and personal skills, work closely with experienced colleagues, and actively contribute to important infrastructure and energy projects.

"As a manager, it is important to me that we work together openly, take responsibility, and create efficient procurement processes as a team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our projects and our collaboration with business partners," says Hiring Manager, Jörg Gregor.

For better readability, the generic masculine form is used in this job advertisement. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Hiring Manager Jörg Gregor at +49 172 2418744 or [email protected]. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Famke Darr at [email protected]. Please note that, due to GDPR requirements, we cannot accept applications via email.

As part of our continuous improvement of the recruitment process, we collect confidential feedback regarding the candidate experience. Your responses will be used solely for quality improvement purposes and will have no impact on selection decisions.

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About NKT

Join a diverse and international team within NKT’s Grid Solutions business, supporting the delivery and operation of reliable power grids worldwide. We deliver HVAC onshore cable systems and provide specialist service for AC and DC cable systems onshore and offshore. As a global organisation with operations across Europe, Australia, the United States, and the Middle East, Grid Solutions works closely with customers around the world and across the full lifecycle of power cable systems.

At NKT, we are all Connectors. We connect to develop leading power cable technologies that enable the world’s transition to renewable energy - and we stay connected to grow as people and professionals. As a company, NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and plays a key role as the world moves towards clean energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling reliable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology, building the infrastructure from the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today.

NKT is headquartered in Denmark, operates from more than 30 countries worldwide, and employs 6,500 people globally. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.6 billion in 2025. NKT - We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com