We are looking for an enthusiastic, early-career Graduate Buyer to join our team, working on-site from our Munich office. In this role you will be a key member of our Merchandising function, contributing directly to our goals and working closely with talented colleagues across the business.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership and impact. You will apply your skills in Sourcing, Negotiation and Vendor Management to solve interesting problems, ship work you can be proud of and help us raise the bar for what we do. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, share your ideas openly and have the support you need to do your best work and grow along the way.
This role is open to fresh graduates and those early in their careers (0 to 1 years of experience). We are looking for someone with a strong foundation in Sourcing and Negotiation, a hunger to learn, attention to detail and excellent communication and teamwork skills. Above all, we value curiosity, ownership and a positive attitude.
Within your first few months, you will get up to speed with our products, processes and people, build strong working relationships across the team, and begin taking ownership of your own work. Over time, you will have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, take on broader scope and grow your career with us as the company continues to scale.
In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, competitive pay, meaningful benefits and the chance to do work that genuinely matters. We care about our people, invest in their growth and want everyone here to be able to do the best work of their careers.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Lattice Technologies is an equal-opportunity employer: we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply today and tell us why you would be a great fit.
Responsibilities
As a Graduate Buyer at Lattice Technologies, you will play a central role within our Merchandising function and take ownership of a broad and varied set of responsibilities. Working alongside a collaborative, motivated team, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:- Support planning, budgeting and resource allocation for the function.
- Negotiate with and manage vendors, contractors and service providers.
- Coordinate across internal teams, suppliers and partners to deliver on commitments and timelines.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and continuously refine them.
- Monitor key performance indicators and take corrective action to keep operations on track.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure processes run smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Lead, train and support team members to deliver consistent, reliable results.
- Maintain rigorous standards of quality, safety, compliance and documentation.
- Manage inventory, resources and scheduling to balance cost, service and quality.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer focus.
- Prepare operational reports and provide clear updates to management and stakeholders.
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and design and implement process improvements.
- Uphold the company's values, policies, security requirements and standards of professional conduct in all activities.
- Support and step in for teammates when needed to help the team meet its shared goals.
- Contribute actively to a positive, inclusive, supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Maintain accurate, thorough documentation and keep all relevant systems, tools and trackers up to date.
- Represent the team and the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
- Communicate progress, risks and blockers clearly and proactively to your manager and relevant stakeholders.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, care and integrity at all times.
- Continuously develop your skills, seek feedback and stay current with the latest developments in your field.
- Plan and manage your workload to balance quality, speed and competing demands.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and bring forward practical ideas to make our products, processes and ways of working better.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
- Support onboarding, knowledge-sharing and documentation so the wider team can learn, scale and succeed.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
- Participate constructively in team meetings, stand-ups, planning sessions, demos and retrospectives.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Proactively flag dependencies and coordinate with other teams to keep work moving smoothly.
What we're looking for
0-1 years of experience; fresh graduates are encouraged to applyStrong working knowledge of Sourcing, Negotiation and Vendor Management
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration
Excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
Benefits
At Lattice Technologies, we believe that looking after our people is the foundation of doing great work. We offer a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits and perks package that supports your health, your finances, your growth and your life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect the following:- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependants, so you and your family are well looked after.
- Allowances and reimbursements for work-related expenses, handled quickly and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Flexible working hours that let you do your best work while balancing your personal life and commitments.
- Regular recognition and appreciation for great work, both publicly and privately.
- A performance-linked annual bonus that meaningfully rewards both your individual contribution and the company's success.
- Generous referral bonuses for helping us find and hire other great people to join the team.
- Full sponsorship for relevant professional certifications, memberships and qualifications.
- A flat, low-ego environment where good ideas can come from anyone and are acted upon.
- A dedicated annual learning and development budget you can spend on courses, books, certifications and conferences.
- Recognition of personal milestones with celebration leave and thoughtful gestures.
- A supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture where your ideas are genuinely heard and your contribution truly matters.
- A culture that actively encourages experimentation, stretch projects and learning from both wins and mistakes.
- Thoughtful welcome kits, branded swag and little extras that make you feel part of the team.
- Company-funded health insurance with access to a wide network of hospitals and clinics, plus an annual preventive health check-up.
- Generous, fully paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting you through one of life's biggest moments.
- Personal accident and term life insurance providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- Regular team lunches, celebrations, offsites and social events that make work more fun, human and connected.
- Support for relocation where relevant, to help you make a smooth move and settle in quickly.
- Hybrid and remote-friendly working options, with the trust and autonomy to manage your own time and output.
- a company pension scheme (betriebliche Altersvorsorge), helping you build long-term financial security for the future.
- Free snacks, beverages and regular catered meals to keep you fuelled through the day.
- Structured mentorship, regular feedback and clear, transparent career-progression frameworks to help you grow.
- Wellness perks such as gym and fitness-membership support, plus wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.
- Employee stock options (ESOPs), giving you a genuine stake in the company's growth and long-term success.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration