Procurement Support Specialist with German

About Holcim

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure, and improved living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. Together with our 60,000 talented and passionate people around the world, we are building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates, and Solutions & Products.

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

Working with us

Holcim people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas, and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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.