Procurement Manager - Indirect / Operations Technology
Core
Develop and implement global procurement strategies for Operational Technology (OT) categories and suppliers to strengthen the global supplier landscape and drive standardization across production sites.
Role type
Senior strategic procurement manager (indirect/OT)
Builds
Global framework agreements, contracts, pricing models, and service level agreements for OT systems and services
Domain
Chemical manufacturing / Operational Technology (OT)
Required skills
Strategic category management, OT systems knowledge (DCS, SCADA, PLC, MES), complex contract negotiation, cost optimization, vendor performance management, cybersecurity compliance
Preferred skills
International manufacturing experience (Chemicals, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals), German language fluency
Technologies
DCS, SCADA, PLC, MES
Responsibilities
Manage strategic supplier relationships with leading OT manufacturers and service providers, Lead negotiations of global framework agreements and contracts, Identify and realize cost optimization and synergy opportunities across regions, Support local plants in complex sourcing initiatives, Drive lifecycle and vendor performance management, Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
