Senior Manager Strategic Procurement (m/w/d)
Core
Rebuild and lead the strategic procurement organization to create a globally competitive supplier base, resilient supply chains, and active value creation for an industrial sensorics and fluid systems company.
Role type
Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement & Global Sourcing
Builds
International supplier landscape, sustainable procurement strategies, and long-term strategic partnerships for mechanical, electronic, and mechatronic components.
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (sensorics, hydraulics, fluid technology, precision mechanics)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier development, cost engineering, global market identification, supplier audits, performance management, Total Cost of Ownership, Design-to-Cost, Value Engineering, Make-or-Buy analysis, Early Supplier Involvement
Preferred skills
Experience with complex technical components, analytical decision-making, entrepreneurial mindset, data-driven leadership
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Office, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) systems
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a global procurement and commodity strategy; Build a capable international supplier landscape; Identify new procurement markets and technological partners worldwide; Execute supplier audits and performance reviews; Drive cost reduction initiatives along the value chain; Collaborate with R&D and Product Management on innovation and quality improvement.
Seniority
Senior Manager, hands-on IC with strategic leadership