Who we are:
Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation.
Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, over 33,000 employees, 104 plants and 27 R&D centers in over 50 countries.
Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
Your contribution to Prysmian’s Success:
We are looking for a Base Metal Buyer to join our office in Berlin.

As a Base Metal Buyer, you will be responsible for proper management of purchasing tasks, reporting and communication between our German factories und headquarters, ensuring meeting business needs in line with purchasing and company strategy

• Daily metal hedging
• Processing of orders, order confirmations, invoices and management of supplier master data
• Close cooperation with 5 factories in Germany, headquarters and suppliers
• Correct and timely monthly reporting
• Problem solving, proactive deadline tracking and determination of requirements related to metal purchases
• Implementation of projects for the optimization, standardization and further development of purchasing processes
• Support of regional and global strategic initiatives related to supplier management and process improvements

You are the right fit if you have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or related field
• Relevant experience within procurement or supply chain functions, ideally spent within a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude
• Structured, independent, solution-oriented and flexible way of working
• A sound knowledge of MS Office application, experience with SAP is a plus
• Proficiency in both English and German (speaking and writing)

What we offer you:

• Work for the world’s largest cable manufacturer in a multinational environment
• A stable and continuously growing company
• A very open and welcoming corporate culture
• An attractive salary based on a collective agreement and flexible working hours in a flexitime system (including smart working options)
• 30 vacation days and the option to convert the T-ZUG bonus into 6-8 additional days off
• Individual training and promotion opportunities both nationally and internationally
• Mental health is important to us. In cooperation with nilo.health, our employees have access to a mental health program that offers free 1-on-1 sessions with experienced psychologists and coaches and many other topics related to mental well-being
• Bike leasing incl. employee subsidy for the first bike
• Various share programs for all employees and other benefits such as company fitness with egym Wellpass or corporate benefits (employee discounts)

Our selection process:
1) Application, 2) HR interview, 3) Hiring Manager interviews and 4) Online assessment (30min)
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If you’re excited about the role and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment with challenging projects which drive impact for a sustainable future, we encourage you to apply!
Deep dive into Prysmian and check the below insightful links:
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Prysmian | Cables, Energy & Telecom Solutions | Prysmian
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People & Careers of the Group | Prysmian
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What we offer | Prysmian
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Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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• Daily metal hedging
• Processing of orders, order confirmations, invoices and management of supplier master data
• Close cooperation with 5 factories in Germany, headquarters and suppliers
• Correct and timely monthly reporting
• Problem solving, proactive deadline tracking and determination of requirements related to metal purchases
• Implementation of projects for the optimization, standardization and further development of purchasing processes
• Support of regional and global strategic initiatives related to supplier management and process improvement