Our Production Department is responsible for the supply chain behind the online used-car-buying experience for private customers - from the repair of a vehicle to its delivery by our glass trucks or through transport to the pick-up branch. We are fast, data-driven, and efficient. But that is not enough for us! Our goal is to redefine the used car market for private customers with the help of a first-class production process. Support us as Business Development Manager Production by constantly questioning the status quo and demonstrating your negotiating skills and competence.
As part of the Business Development team at our headquarters in Berlin, you will work closely with the on-site departments at our production facilities in Germany to bring our used-car-refurbishment to a new level.
Job Description
Build and expand supplier network for the production processes
Set up and refine procurement budgeting and cross-border benchmarking procurement processes
Actively contribute to the further development and improvement of purchasing strategies and continuous search for innovative solutions
Monitor the market landscape and customer/supplier relationships to identify potential for savings and optimisation
Carry out enquiries, tenders, and negotiations; negotiate, conclude, manage and monitor contracts
Collaborate cross-departmentally to develop and implement effective procurement solutions
Qualifications
Proven experience in the area of procurement from a start-up, a management consultancy, a dynamic, fast-growing company, or from the automotive sector
Excellent communication and contract negotiation skills
Familiarity with modern procurement methodologies and supply chain processes
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to draw conclusions from data
You are pragmatic, solution-oriented, highly organised, and can work independently as well as in a team
Fluent English skills, German would be a plus
Additional Information
750€ starting bonus for all new starters until the end of the month
Once a unicorn, now a listed public company, be part of our success story!
A very international working environment with exciting projects
Your work-life balance is very important to us, so we offer you home office options
Your future is important to us, which is why we have an above-average corporate pension plan to top it off
We offer discounts on well-known brands like Flaconi, Bosch, Apple, and Sky, as well as special offers on used cars for you, your family, and your friends
Join us, building the best way to buy and sell cars!
Contact Emily Albrecht
At AUTO1 Group we live an open culture, believe in direct communication, and value diversity. We welcome every applicant; regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual identity, disability, or any other non-merit factor.