Procurement Supplier Operations Specialist (Long Tail) (f/m/d)

• Managing High Volume of Suppliers: Responsible for operational management of approximately 3,000 long-tail suppliers, representing ~10% of total spend.

• Acting as Single Point of Contact: Handling all operational, commercial, and administrative topics for assigned suppliers, requiring strong multitasking and prioritization.

• Ensuring Smooth Operations: Maintaining day-to-day supplier operations in strict alignment with procurement policies and processes.

• Conducting Negotiations: Performing low-value and operational negotiations within established commercial and contractual frameworks.

• Implementing Strategies: Ensuring centrally defined procurement strategies and contractual guidelines are executed consistently.

• System & Data Accuracy: Maintaining accuracy and completeness of supplier master data, adhering to standards and workflows.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Regularly coordinating with global procurement stakeholders, especially German Category Management teams.

• Issue Resolution: Clarifying and resolving supplier issues efficiently, managing escalations within defined paths.

• Continuous Improvement: Supporting ongoing improvement of supplier-related processes.

What sets you apart

• University degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement or a comparable field

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in operational procurement, supplier management or purchasing.

• Experience working in an international or SSC environment is beneficial.

• Practical experience with Procurement and ERP systems (e.g. SAP, LN INFOR, Ariba).

• Confident handling of MS Office applications, especially Excel.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to manage conflicts constructively.

• High level of ownership, reliability and decision-making capability.

• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.

• Proficiency in at leat one additional Asian language (e.g. Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, Thai, Vientnamese) is an advantage.

• Basic German language skills or willingness to learn; ability to process German-language procurement content with support.

What we offer

• Purpose and impact. At Eppendorf, you work on solutions that help improve people’s lives around the world.

• We value your contribution. A fair, competitive salary and market‑appropriate benefits in line with local regulations.

• Flexible working. Depending on role requirements, a flexible working environment aligned with local policies that supports collaboration and work‑life balance.

• Time to recharge. Annual leave and public holiday arrangements in line with local law, plus additional leave types that support important life events.

• Health and wellbeing. Medical coverage and access to health and wellness support, complemented by local programmes such as health screening or wellness claims where available.

• Learning that moves you forward. With the Eppendorf Academy, digital learning platforms, language courses, workshops, community formats, coaching and development programs, you can grow continuously – both professionally and personally.