Working Student Strategic Purchasing (m/f/d)

As a Working Student Strategic Purchasing, you will support our team of Strategic Buyers (Category Leaders) in managing supplier relationships, analyzing sourcing markets, and driving procurement initiatives. You will take ownership of a spend category and/or contribute to key strategic projects within one of our business segments, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a global and innovative environment.

• →Analyze sourcing markets and build expertise in supplier landscapes and industry trends.
• →Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies that foster innovation, optimize costs, and strengthen supplier partnerships.
• →Assist in preparing for and participating in supplier negotiations.
• →Support indirect purchasing activities and help manage procurement-related expenses through our global expense management tools.
• →Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across the organization.
• →Work closely with R&D and other stakeholders to identify and commercialize new technologies, materials, and supplier opportunities.
• →Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external partners.
• →Learn and apply strategic procurement best practices and tools, including purchase-to-pay processes, logistics concepts, and value stream mapping.
• →Support additional tasks and projects as assigned by the manager.

• Currently enrolled in a Master's degree program in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or a related field, or possess equivalent knowledge and experience.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel; experience with Power BI is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a proactive mindset.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems, work independently, and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both German and English.
  

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.