Procurement Specialist with German

Location: 

Košice, SK, 040 01

Requisition ID:  15056

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets – across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling – powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®. Find out more at www.holcim.com

Who is Holcim European Business Services?
 
Holcim European Business Services (EBS) is the internal Shared Service Center of Holcim for the European region, based in Kosice, Slovakia. With a team of over 330 employees representing more than 20 nationalities, EBS provides a comprehensive range of financial & administrative services to the 23 countries of Holcim across Europe. These services encompass Reporting, Controlling, Accounting & Consolidation, Invoicing, Treasury, Procurement, HR administration, Recruitment, Payroll, Data Analytics, Sustainability and several others.

Who is Holcim European Business Services?
 
Holcim European Business Services (EBS) is the internal Shared Service Center of Holcim for the European region, based in Kosice, Slovakia.
With a team of over 330 employees representing more than 20 nationalities, EBS provides a comprehensive range of financial & administrative services to the 23 countries of Holcim across Europe. These services encompass Reporting, Controlling, Accounting & Consolidation, Invoicing, Treasury, Procurement, HR administration, Recruitment, Payroll, Data Analytics, Sustainability and several others.

Role overview

As a Procurement Support Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting and managing key procurement processes in the German-speaking market. You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of procurement activities, from order creation to invoice management, while maintaining high levels of service quality and data accuracy.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing procurement activities such as the creation and modification of purchase orders, framework orders, scheduling agreements, and handling blocked invoices.

  • Contributing to the creation of procurement-related reports, ensuring the correctness and timeliness of data.

  • Managing incoming requests, supporting knowledge transfers, and collaborating on interconnected activities within the procurement support function.

  • Providing coverage for various procurement services tasks within the team when needed, including supporting team members and contributing to the development of a backup strategy to ensure continuity in all activities.

  • Actively identifying areas for process improvement, offering suggestions to enhance operational efficiency, and working collaboratively with the team to implement these changes.

  • Taking ownership of specific tasks related to language, country, or process requirements.

  • Assisting in the implementation of managerial decisions and strategies, ensuring alignment with team objectives and service standards.

 

Your qualifications, experience and skills

  • University degree in Finance, Business or Accounting or any other degree with required years of experience.

  • English - Upper intermediate (B2) and German - Upper intermediate (B2) (German language check will be required during the interview process).

  • Experience with procurement support related activities and good understanding of the terminology and general processes.

  • Google Workspace proficiency.

  • Good attention to details and competency with numbers.

  • Proactive and outcome-focused attitude.

  • Good teamwork skills and a strong collaborative spirit.

  • Self-motivation and willingness to develop.

 

Benefits

  • Annual 5% Bonus

  • Grade-Related Bonus

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Supplementary Pension Fund

  • Working Anniversary Awards 

  • Flexible Working Hours

  • Hybrid Contract

  • Sick Days

  • Mental Health Support

  • Multisport Card

Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.