We are TÜV Hessen. Strong together.
For 150 years, TÜV Hessen has been ensuring the safety, environmental protection, quality, and marketability of facilities, products, and services. With our expertise and more than 1,400 employees, we conduct independent and objective testing and certification, thereby standing for a secure future and trust in the TÜV Hessen brand.
As part of the TÜV SÜD Group, we uphold the values of responsibility, competence, and partnership across all our locations. These values determine how we act
towards customers and suppliers, as well as how we work together as a team.
The high quality of our services supports safe and sustainable business practices – and thus already makes an important contribution to tomorrow.
Team Leader (m/f/d) Purchasing
The position is full-time and will be based in the Purchasing department at our Darmstadt location, starting February 1, 2026. The Purchasing Team Leader (m/f/d) reports directly to the CFO.
What we offer
- Technical and disciplinary management of the TÜV Hessen purchasing team
- Design and optimization of purchasing processes, service quality, and efficiency within the organization and in cooperation with other divisions
- Central point of contact for logistical, conditional, and contractual issues, as well as proactive and comprehensive advice and support for internal customers
- Active acquisition of new purchasing projects and implementation of tenders
- Implementation of professional management of product groups, suppliers, and contracts in coordination with the global product group strategies of the TÜV SÜD Group
- Active supplier management and management of delivery risks, including implementation of supplier development measures and sustainability activities
- Further development of monitoring and reporting for the purpose of monitoring and optimizing purchasing performance, including the realization of savings potential
Your profile
- Degree in business administration, logistics, purchasing, or a comparable field
- Several years of professional experience in logistics, purchasing, or supply chain management and/or in a demanding specialist or project management role in the area of purchasing/logistics/SCM
- In-depth knowledge of negotiating with suppliers and service providers and very good knowledge of contract law
- Confident use of modern IT systems and ERP solutions, as well as an affinity and interest in digitalization, AI, and projects
- Analytical and strategic thinking, as well as a strong hands-on mentality
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- German level C1 and business fluent written and spoken English
- Euro driving license B
Our Benefits
- 30 days of vacation
- Scheduled vacation and Christmas bonuses
- Flexible working hours and mobile working*
- Capital-forming benefits
- Bicycle leasing
- EGYM Wellpass membership
- Job ticket/ Deutschland-Ticket
- Free vehicle inspections
- Company pension plan
- Family and career benefits
- Sabbatical options
- Health management
- Additional paid time off
- Further education and training
*Mobile working is not possible for jobs that require on-site presence.
Give your future a sense of certainty.
As an independent testing company, TÜV Hessen offers challenging tasks in dedicated, success-oriented teams and an attractive overall package of remuneration and additional benefits.
We also value the individual development of every employee. Your expertise is an essential part for the success of TÜV Hessen.
TÜV Hessen values openness and equal opportunities. We therefore welcome applications from all people regardless of disability, age, gender and gender identity or sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic background, religion, or worldview.
We look forward to hearing from you!
For more information about career opportunities at TÜV Hessen within the TÜV SÜD Group and our benefits, please visit www.tuev-hessen.de/karriere.
Please note that applications can only be accepted online.