Senior Sourcing Specialist (m/f/d)

NKT GmbH & Co. KG

  • Köln
  • Post Date: 5. November 2024
Job Description

Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!

You want to make a difference and have an impact? In a company that supplies high-quality products and system solutions for the energy transition? Then join our Group Procurement team as Senior Sourcing Specialist.

At NKT, we offer you the chance to shape a greener world in an international company! With us, you will become part of a team that specializes in the design, manufacture and installation of On- and Offshore high-voltage cables systems and is a global leader in the energy market.


In your role as Senior Sourcing Specialist you develop and execute tactical sourcing plans aligned with the business and category managers. Further tasks are:

  • Identify and implement pipeline of cost optimization initiatives in collaboration with the business lines
  • Own and govern assigned supplier relationships, monitor supplier performance, introduce corrective actions and development plans
  • Actively engage with category managers to lead negotiation, sourcing and contracting activities aligned with category strategies
  • Execute supplier risk mitigation activities to avoid supply chain disruptions
  • Track and report sourcing initiatives and cost performance metrics in respective systems
  • Develop and coach other procurement team members
  • Track and report sourcing initiatives and cost performance metrics in respective systems

At NKT, we contribute to the energy transition. It's not for nothing that our motto is "We connect a greener world". To support us in this, you should have the following qualities:

  • Successfully completed relevant studies, ideally with a focus on Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management function
  • Seasoned user of MS Office plus Procurement systems and tools such as Ariba, Qlik, also SAP or other similar ERP systems
  • Fluent in German, Advance level of English
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effective time management and organizational abilities, along with strong negotiation capabilities
  • Some travel will occur

Do not meet all the requirements?

At NKT, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic work environment. So, if you are interested in a position, please apply, even if your previous work experience does not meet all the qualifications.

You could be the right candidate for this position!


  • 30 days of vacation
  • Attractive working time models (e.g., flextime and remote work)
  • Subsidized canteen
  • Further training opportunities
  • Benefits through corporate benefits program
  • Free parking or good public transportation connections
  • Company doctor (e.g., various health prevention offers
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