German speaking Tactical Buyer

Computacenter Hungary Ltd. • Budapest

Budapest

216590-en_GB

Life on the team…

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Tactical Buyer to join our Global Indirect Procurement team. You will be responsible for executing sourcing activities, managing supplier relationships, and supporting category strategies across a diverse range of indirect spend areas, ensuring value creation, compliance, and operational excellence.

You will form part of a busy global procurement team providing procurement support to our global organisation. You will have the opportunity to work on international projects and collaborate with stakeholders across multiple regions, supporting your professional development.

This role is based at our Centre of Excellence in Hungary and offers opportunities for future career development into more senior positions within our global procurement organisation.

On a daily basis:

Execute tactical sourcing activities for indirect categories across our global organisation.
Support our category managers in implementing category strategies and supplier initiatives.
Manage supplier selection, negotiations, and contract execution within defined thresholds and policies.
Update and maintain catalogues in the procurement tool for assigned sub-categories.
Ensure procurement compliance with our corporate policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to understand needs and deliver optimal procurement solutions.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve operational or commercial issues in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Utilise procurement sourcing tools to manage requests, bids, and purchase orders efficiently.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement, and supplier innovation.

You are the ideal candidate if…

You have 3 to 5 years of experience in tactical or operational procurement, preferably in a large international organisation.
You are Fluent in English and German.
You have strong understanding of indirect spend categories and sourcing best practices.
You have proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle) and MS Office applications.
You have excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
You have ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
You have Ability to independently prioritise workload in accordance with urgency.
You have understanding of Procure 2 Pay cycle and associated processes.
You have highly numerate and effective critical thinking skills.
You have analytical thinking and attention to detail.
You have strong commercial and financial acumen.
You have collaborative mindset and ability to influence across functions.
You have proactive problem-solving and results orientation.
Commitment to ethical procurement and continuous improvement.

Why you should choose us

Open communication

We’re an open organisation that doesn’t hide behind hierarchy. We communicate regularly, openly and directly. For us, it’s about being straightforward, delivering and doing the right thing. Essentially, we’re people dealing with people.

Showing appreciation & having fun

Great performance is recognised, so too is the willingness to help others. Our Bravo! awards and Long Service Awards Scheme are just a taste of how we say thank you for a job well done. And when it comes to recognising success, we love to celebrate. Our company and team events are legendary!

Inclusive workplace

People work best when they bring their whole selves to work, that’s why we see and value you as the amazing individual you truly are. We take a genuine interest in you that extends beyond skills, knowledge, and experience. We celebrate diversity and promote inclusion within our industry.

Health & wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset and we’re passionate about supporting you in feeling good and staying healthy. We offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Private Healthcare package.

Trainings and development opportunities

Your development is the key to our success! Our internal training team provides wide range of internal and external training opportunities to our people. In addition to that that there are more department specific career pathways too.

Flexible Cafeteria elements

After your probation period you have the chance to tailor the cafeteria package which suits you the best. You can choose from the various available elements.

You belong

At Computacenter, we celebrate difference and it’s important to us that we have a working culture where you can be free to be yourself; in an environment where you feel valued, respected, and supported to reach your full potential and experience a sense of belonging. Because we know when you thrive, we thrive.

As a proud equal opportunities employer, we’re committed to ensuring that there is fair and equal access to opportunities for everyone. Your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. All that matters to us is that you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need.

Winning Together

At Computacenter, we have been writing success stories for more than 40 years! Today, we’re driving digital transformation with over 20,000 employees worldwide. We develop IT strategies, implement new technologies and manage complex infrastructures.

As a proud, independent partner to some of the world’s leading technology providers, our portfolio covers workplace, applications & data, cloud & data center, security, and networking. What’s the secret of our success? Quite simply, it’s our people.

The people who bring their unique skills and perspectives to a diverse and inclusive environment that enables them to reach their full potential.

Our Office

Located in the heart of Budapest, our Hungarian office is easily accessible from the city center by public transportation. We are surrounded by a range of different restaurants and are within walking distance from the Danube.