GROW WITH US - We are looking for you to join our team at our Heeslingen site as

Here's what you can expect

• Targeted development of the product range: Development and strategic expansion of our product range across various product areas
• Managing procurement: Strategic selection, evaluation and management of suppliers, as well as decisions regarding the product range
• Conducting negotiations: Conducting negotiations on terms and contracts with international suppliers
• Analysing market developments: Carrying out market and competitive analyses to identify trends and potential for optimisation
• Visiting partners: Organising and attending trade fairs, as well as visiting suppliers both at home and abroad
• Implementing marketing activities: Working closely with the marketing team to plan and implement marketing activities for our products
• Assessing and optimising quality: Collaborating with the quality assurance team to analyse and optimise product quality

What you need to bring

• Training & Qualifications: Completed commercial or technical training, e.g. as a wholesale and foreign trade management assistant (m/f/d) or an industrial business administration assistant (m/f/d); alternatively, a degree, e.g. in Agricultural Management / Agricultural Economics, Industrial Engineering or Business Administration
• Professional experience & specialist knowledge: Professional experience in product management, procurement, strategic sourcing, product group management, category management or technical development – ideally in the field of agricultural machinery; we are also happy to give career starters the opportunity to join us as Junior Product Managers (m/f/d); technical understanding and an interest in our product areas
• IT & language skills: Very good knowledge of MS Excel, optional knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, business fluency in German (C1) and good command of English
• Personal qualities: Confident manner, intercultural competence and negotiation skills for international procurement; the ability to work independently and in a structured manner, good teamwork skills and a willingness to travel

What we offer you

• Your start at FRICKE: A structured induction programme with a dedicated contact person ensures a successful start. You will be warmly welcomed into the team and receive the support you need right from the start.
• A modern working environment: You can look forward to modern workspaces, digital tools and flat hierarchies. We communicate as equals – decisions are made quickly and collectively.
• A solid foundation: 30 days’ annual leave, holiday and Christmas bonuses, capital-forming benefits and annual salary reviews provide you with a reliable foundation and recognition of your performance.
• Flexibility with structure: With us, you’ll benefit from flexible working hours within the framework of our operational processes. In addition, you’ll have the option to work remotely on a few days each month – in consultation with your team and depending on the requirements.
• Promoting development: We offer internal and external training and further education opportunities to support your professional and personal development on an individual basis.
• Your wellbeing matters: A healthy working environment is a given for us. This includes not only ergonomic workstations, a modern canteen and the JobRad bike-leasing scheme, but above all a respectful, supportive working culture in which you can flourish.
• Experience more together: Whether it’s unique staff events such as our company festival HEAT WAVE or joint sporting activities at the FRICKE Social Run: we put teamwork into practice – because good collaboration starts with a strong community.

Then apply directly online or send us your application materials, including your last three transcripts, by mail. Since we want to streamline our processes and reduce CO2 and paper consumption, postal applications will not be returned but will be digitized and then disposed of in accordance with data protection regulations.

Learn more about our commitment to sustainability at WE ACT – and discover exciting insights into our work environment on our FRICKE Blog f.inside.

Location / Place of work

Wilhelm Fricke SE (GRANIT PARTS)