Head of Strategic Procurement (gn)
Core
Lead strategic procurement for a €40M annual volume, developing supplier networks, negotiating contracts, and optimizing costs across international projects.
Role type
Senior strategic procurement leader (Head of Procurement)
Builds
Global supplier networks, cost optimization projects, and long-term procurement strategies
Domain
Manufacturing/Engineering (implied by technical degree requirement) + Strategic Procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, cost optimization, cross-functional collaboration, product development integration, global project management, change management
Preferred skills
Technical engineering background, international experience, leadership of large teams
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Office, Procurement software
Responsibilities
Manage strategic procurement area with €40M volume, develop new suppliers and build a robust supplier network, lead price and contract negotiations, initiate and execute cost optimization projects, support product development from a sourcing perspective, drive global synergy projects with international sites, continuously develop the strategic procurement function
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities