Procurement (f/m/d)

🌎 WE'RE SOLVING HUMANITY'S BIGGEST CHALLENGE, AND IT TAKES EVERYTHING WE'VE GOT. The world needs more energy, not less. Fossil fuels powered our economy for decades, at the cost of our planet. At Phlair, we're inverting that equation with breakthrough electrochemical Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology that pulls CO₂ from the air for permanent storage or repurposing into carbon-negative chemicals. We're not here to play it safe. We're here to win. WHY WE’RE DIFFERENT? We solve hard problems and are product-first. Our hydrolyzer-based Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, enabling scalable and low-cost CO2 capture from ambient air. The electrochemical technology allows off-the-shelf components and is ideally suited to the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources. With proven offtake agreements from customers such as Google, McKinsey, JPMorganChase, Shopify, Stripe, H&M, and Deep Sky; we're one of only seven DAC companies with real market validation. Project Dawn isn't just our flagship; it's our shot to scale CO₂ removal globally. IS THIS A FIT FOR ME? We're building for the 3-5% who are energized by winning and thrive under pressure. Our pace demands people who see excellence as non-negotiable and execution as everything. We cherish work-life-harmony, not balance. If you need extensive structure or prefer playing it safe, we're probably not the right fit. Don't tick every box? We value potential and spikes over perfect resumes. If you believe you can contribute to our mission at this intensity level, tell us why. Do you thrive on doing more with less? We’re looking for someone who: - You love hunting for the best deal (if eBay Kleinanzeigen is in your top apps, you get us) - You like to dig deep on technical details in mechanical, process, or industrial engineering - You hate missing deadlines and no action If this sounds like you, keep reading. YOUR MISSION Sourcing & Procurement - Source components and equipment packages for our upcoming plant: mechanical, chemical, and electrical - Set up and improve procurement systems that scale with the business - Ensure timely, cost-effective part acquisition in sync with technical needs and engineering schedule Supplier Relationships - Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships - Negotiate pricing, performance, and Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) - Maintain alignment on specs, delivery, and quality Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with engineering to align specs, lead times, and sourcing options - Partner with finance and leadership to refine cost models and manage spend Technical Expertise - Understand how complex systems fit together: materials, processes, tolerances, and trade-offs - Read technical drawings and challenge assumptions when needed - Confidently engage with engineers and suppliers on technical detail Contract & Risk Management - Review and manage supplier contracts and agreements - Monitor market trends and supply chain risks, respond quickly and effectively Continuous Improvement - Push improvements across sourcing, logistics, and procurement operations - Identify and implement unique ways to optimize cost, speed, and reliability Your targets are your North Star. Nothing is set in stone in our world, we adapt fast, but we always hit our goals. WHAT YOU BRING Non-negotiable: - M.Sc. in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Process Engineering or related fields - Proven experience sourcing technical parts, running structured bidding processes and managing procurement in a hardware-heavy startup or scale-up - Strong understanding of cost drivers, accounting, and basic logistics - Sharp negotiation skills and a track record of building supplier relationships - Fluent in German and English - You’re organized, proactive, and cool under pressure Essential Traits: - Bias for action - You prototype, test, and ship while others are still planning - Comfortable with intensity - 12-hour days and weekend sprints don't scare you, they energize you - Ego...