Purchasing Assistant

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.
This Position reports to:
Procurement Manager
**Position Mission**:
Are you a person with a disability and interested in purchasing processes? Would you like to be part of a global company that values diversity, inclusion, and leads in technology and innovation? ABB is looking for a **Purchasing Assistant (affirmative vacancy for people with disabilities)** to join the **Electrification (EL)** team. If you are organized, eager to learn, and want to grow in a collaborative and supportive environment, this opportunity is for you
At ABB, we believe diversity drives innovation. We are committed to offering an inclusive, respectful workplace with accessibility, equity, and real growth opportunities for everyone.
**Your Responsibilities**:
- Support the purchasing team in acquiring products, services, and systems according to team guidance.
- Assist in developing and qualifying new suppliers.
- Follow up on delivery deadlines and update systems with accurate information.
- Enter purchase orders into the system when needed.
- Assist in analyzing and tracking performance indicators (KPIs).
- Collaborate with requesting departments to ensure alignment and clarify purchasing needs.
**Your Background**:
- High school diploma completed.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration or Engineering is desirable.
- Experience in purchasing workflows within industrial environments.
- Knowledge of ERP systems and Excel for supplier management.
**Nice to Have**:
- Experience with SAP.
- Intermediate English proficiency.
**What We Offer**:
- Hybrid working model, with accessibility and support to ensure you can work from where you feel best.
- A safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment that values individual differences.
- Real opportunities for learning, professional development, and involvement in meaningful projects.
**#LI-Hybrid**
**About ABB's Electrification Business**:
ABB's **Electrification (EL)** division provides safe, smart, and sustainable technologies for electrical distribution across multiple sectors such as infrastructure, industry, data centers, buildings, and utilities. With a broad portfolio ranging from circuit breakers and switchgear to digital energy management systems, EL is building a more efficient, reliable, and connected future globally.

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