Strategischer Einkäufer (m/w/d)
Core
Strategic procurement lead responsible for developing category strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving digitalization of procurement processes.
Role type
Senior strategic procurement manager
Builds
Procurement strategies, supplier networks, and optimized procurement processes
Domain
Industrial machinery manufacturing (biomass processing equipment)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, ERP system expertise, process optimization, Make-or-Buy analysis, cross-functional project management
Preferred skills
Digitalization and AI in procurement, technical understanding of machinery, experience in mid-sized manufacturing
Technologies
ERP systems
Responsibilities
Oversee procurement of assigned product categories, develop and implement category strategies, analyze and optimize category-specific KPIs, build and evaluate strategic supplier relationships, conduct complex negotiations with national and international suppliers, standardize procurement processes with a focus on digitalization and AI, support Make-or-Buy decisions, participate in cross-functional projects to optimize procurement strategies and workflows
