Global Head of Procurement / Leiter Einkauf (m/w/d)
Core
Global Head of Procurement responsible for national and international purchasing strategy, supplier management, and cost optimization for a Tier-1 automotive supplier.
Role type
Senior leadership procurement head (global)
Builds
Global sourcing initiatives, competitive supplier structures, and cost-saving programs for automotive steering and drive solutions.
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Industrial procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, cost reduction, supplier quality management, risk management, market analysis, team leadership, SAP proficiency
Preferred skills
Experience in metal procurement (aluminum, steel), transformation environments, international travel
Technologies
SAP
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global procurement strategy, lead international procurement team, negotiate contracts and pricing, optimize procurement processes, manage supplier quality, identify supply risks, analyze market trends, report to CFO and management
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC