Procurement Associate (m/f/x)

About the role

At DeepDrive, we are building the next generation of electric drives, and almost every component that goes into them passes through Procurement. As a Procurement Associate, you will play a key role in ensuring that prototype and development projects receive the parts they need, when they need them. You will work closely with Engineering, Process Development, and suppliers to manage purchasing activities, track deliveries, and keep projects moving forward. You do not need to be a technical expert. What matters most is your willingness to learn, your organizational skills, and your ability to get things done in a fast-paced environment. This position is based in Garching near Munich, with the flexibility to work partially from home. • Identify, select, and manage suppliers • Review purchasing requests from Engineering and Process Development teams • Create and manage purchase orders in the ERP system • Procure prototype, sample, and development parts • Monitor delivery schedules and proactively communicate updates to internal stakeholders • Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of critical components • Follow up on urgent orders and resolve delivery issues quickly and pragmatically • Completed commercial apprenticeship, business qualification, or a comparable background • Initial experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, or a similar environment • Strong organizational skills and a hands-on mindset • Ability to drive topics to completion, even when challenges arise • Confident communicator who is comfortable addressing issues and proposing solutions • Enjoy working with different stakeholders and managing multiple priorities • Fluent German and good English skills, as English is our company language • Flexible working setup • 100 EUR flexible benefits budget per month (internet, mobility, vouchers or sports) • Lunch subsidy for meals on site • Participation in our virtual stock option program • Company pension scheme • FINN car subscription • JobRad bike leasing • Regular team events and a great team atmosphere • A high level of responsibility and room to make an impact • Working in a startup with a strong team and flat hierarchies • Diverse learning and development opportunities across a broad range of topics