Global Sourcing Specialist — EU Compliance

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Burlington, founded in 2015, is a dynamic and agile company with a mission to provide innovative solutions for the global market. With a team of 250+ experts, we have established ourselves as a leading provider of general services. Our culture is built on a foundation of collaboration, empathy, and a passion for delivering excellent results. We are proud of our achievements, including several industry awards and a reputation as a great place to work. At Burlington, we believe that our unique blend of expertise, creativity, and drive makes us an exciting and challenging workplace.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Global Sourcing Specialist — EU Compliance, you will play a key role in ensuring our international sourcing operations comply with all relevant EU regulations. You will be responsible for evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and implementing compliance protocols. You will report directly to the Senior Procurement Manager and will have a significant impact on the company's global operations.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Evaluate and identify potential suppliers that meet EU compliance standards

* Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure compliance with EU regulations

* Implement and manage compliance protocols across global sourcing operations

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation of compliance procedures

* Conduct regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance with EU regulations

* Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure continued compliance

* Stay up-to-date with changes to EU regulations and ensure our sourcing operations remain compliant

* Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings and process improvements

* Develop and maintain accurate records of compliance activities and supplier performance

* Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and effective implementation of compliance procedures

* Provide training and support to colleagues on EU compliance requirements

* Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with non-compliance

* Develop and implement corrective action plans to address non-compliance issues

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

* 5+ years of experience in procurement or global sourcing with a focus on EU compliance

* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Trade, or a related field

* Strong knowledge of EU regulations and compliance standards

* Excellent negotiation and contract management skills

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to travel internationally up to 20% of the time

* Fluency in English and German (spoken and written)

* Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace

* Certification in EU compliance or procurement management (e.g. CIPS, CSCP)

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Master's degree in Business Administration, International Trade, or a related field

* Experience working in the EU or with EU-based companies

* Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance standards (e.g. pharmaceutical, automotive)

* Certification in EU procurement or compliance management

* Proven track record of achieving cost savings and process improvements

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

* Salary: €60,000 - €80,000 per year

* Comprehensive health insurance package

* Generous retirement plan with company match

* 25 days of paid vacation per year

* €1,000 annual learning and development budget

* Flexible hybrid work arrangement with 2 days of remote work per week

* Collaborative and dynamic team environment

* Career growth opportunities within a fast-paced and innovative company

* Annual performance bonuses

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our global sourcing team is a diverse and dynamic group of experts who are passionate about delivering exceptional results. We work closely together to identify and mitigate risks, optimize our operations, and drive innovation. Recent wins include the implementation of a new procurement platform and the development of a comprehensive supplier management program.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit their resume and a cover letter explaining why they are the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to hearing from you!

📋 Job Details

Job Type	FULL TIME
Location	Berlin, DE
Address	Bahnhofstraße 12, 10785
Salary	EUR 60,000 – 80,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	Burlington
Valid Until	2026-09-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Burlington. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.