Procurement Specialist (m/f/d)

About the Company

J&T Express is an expanding international logistics firm specializing in e-commerce and last-mile delivery solutions. Originating in Asia and rapidly broadening its footprint across Europe, the company is currently establishing its procurement operations in Germany and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute procurement tasks across Germany and Europe, including acquisition of services like transportation, warehousing, staffing, consulting, as well as materials, equipment, and warehouse-related sourcing assignments.
• Contribute to the design and rollout of procurement processes, templates, policies, and governance mechanisms supporting the European division.
• Identify, assess, and nurture relationships with local European suppliers and service providers.
• Manage supplier sourcing activities, execute requests-for-quotations (RFQs), conduct price evaluations, perform tender processes, handle purchase orders, and monitor delivery statuses.
• Oversee contract management, purchase order issuance, invoice reconciliation, and payment procedures in strict accordance with internal guidelines.
• Assist the formulation of localized tender strategies, annual framework agreements, and broader procurement initiatives.
• Address procurement-related challenges such as delivery setbacks, supplier performance issues, and product quality concerns.
• Collaborate with European colleagues and headquarters teams to maintain smooth communication and data consistency.
• Regularly report on project developments, risk factors, and critical milestones to procurement leadership.
• Support cross-functional projects and promote continuous enhancement of procurement operations.

Candidate Profile

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, or operational functions is preferred though motivated recent graduates are invited to apply.
• Understanding of European business protocols, supplier management techniques, and foundational contract law principles.
• Exemplary organizational skills, acute attention to detail, and a practical, hands-on approach to work.
• Ability to juggle several priorities in a dynamic and rapidly growing corporate setting.
• Basic proficiency in Chinese is highly valued to facilitate communication with the company’s headquarters (for tasks like reading emails and engaging in simple workplace interaction).
• Required language competencies include German and English, with additional European languages seen as a plus.
• Willingness to undertake short-term travel within Europe as needed.

What the Company Offers

• The chance to build and influence the development of the European procurement division of an international logistics company.
• An international workplace culture promoting cooperation between European and Asian teams.
• Opportunities for professional growth through both expert and leadership career pathways.
• Involvement in significant procurement projects granting substantial responsibility and strategic exposure.
• A vibrant, entrepreneurial work atmosphere with promising growth prospects.
• A competitive remuneration package coupled with attractive employee benefits.