Principal Procurement Analyst - Remote

Overview

We are looking for a Principal Procurement Analyst to join our Procurement Team in the heart of buzzing Berlin!

As a Principal Procurement Analyst you report directly to the Head of Procurement. You will use your skills and experiences to further professionalize our young Procurement team and ensure the smooth functioning of procurement operations, accurate data management, and enhancements to the procurement systems landscape. The Procurement Analyst also provides operational support to strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring customer satisfaction and efficient service delivery.

In Short

• Shape and build the next level of Procurement at Babbel together with your Procurement colleagues and the relevant stakeholders.
• Shape, improve and maintain the procurement systems and data landscape, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Collaborate with the Sourcing Manager and Head of Procurement on sourcing projects and supplier management tasks.
• Oversee day-to-day operational procurement tasks, including purchase order processing, system maintenance, and compliance checks.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, generate insights, and support decision-making.
• Provide training and support for internal stakeholders on procurement systems (Workday) and processes.
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• A degree (Bachelor or Master) in Business Administration, Management or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in procurement or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in relevant data tools and systems (e.g., Tableau, Google Sheets, Workday).
• Attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of ERP and Procurement systems and best practices.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction and delivering exceptional service to internal stakeholders.
• Data driven self-starter who likes to move things forward independently.
• Ability to handle multiple, competing tasks and deadlines as part of an international team.
• High service-orientation, reliability, and excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills.
• Business fluency in German and English (verbally and in writing).

Benefits

• Enjoy 30 vacation days and the chance to take a 3-month Sabbatical.
• Decide how, when and from where you want to work with our flexible working hours and remote friendly options.
• Learn and grow with the internal learning opportunities, and use a yearly learning & development budget for external training.
• Take advantage of your mobility benefits options and a discounted Urban Sports Club membership.
• Be part of our employee communities and attend cultural and regular social events.