Purchasing Engineer – Aerospace Defence– Germany | AirbusProjects
Orbital ·
Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) , a leading company in safety‑critical systems and engineering services for aerospace, defence and transport , is looking for Procurement / Purchasing professionals to join our on‑site teams in Germany , supporting strategic Airbus programmes . 📍 Locations include Oberkochen, Taufkirchen, Ulm, Inmestaad, Lampoldshausen, Bremen and other sites across the country.
Why join us? 💰 Competitive salary : 50,000 – 65,000 € 🏠 Support in finding accommodation and German language training . 📄 Full relocation assistance, administrative support 📦 The company covers your German tax return for the first year . 📌 Permanent German contract + long‑term projects ⚙️ Team-building activities and regular technical follow‑ups 🌍 Multicultural, inclusive, and innovative environment What you will do Lead and coordinate procurement activities , acting as the main interface with internal stakeholders and suppliers Define, implement and continuously improve commodity strategies Ensure compliance with procurement policies, processes and standards Carry out market analysis and sourcing activities ( RFPs , supplier selection , contract management ) Monitor and improve supplier performance in terms of cost , quality and delivery Identify and drive value‑creation and cost‑saving initiatives Build and maintain long‑term, strategic relationships with suppliers Manage risks across the supply chain to ensure continuity and performance
What we’re looking for
Degree in Business Administration (ADE), Economics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering or similar Experience in Purchasing / Procurement / Supply Chain / Commodity Management Knowledge of contract management, cost control and supplier management Fluent English (C1) – mandatory German is a strong plus EU citizenship required ✈ Ready to take off? Apply now and grow your career in Germany! 🎯