Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced leader to head our project procurement team.
* To lead and develop a team of project buyers at the development and production site in Jena, for the Business Sector Refractive Surgery, as well as Chronic Disease Management as interim.
The ideal candidate will understand the strategy and product roadmap of the relevant Business Sectors, and make it transparent to the team.
The successful candidate will ensure that project buyers are fully and early integrated in the project teams as responsible team members to take over all procurement topics in the projects, with focus on costs, timeline, and an optimized and secured upstream Supply Chain for serial production.
The incumbent will also contribute to the further professionalization of the global Project Procurement function, such as improving and harmonizing processes across the different sites, establishing KPIs, etc.
Required Skills and Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
* A university degree (diploma/master) in Business Administration or Engineering, or similar.
* Extensive years' experience in strategic procurement in a global company, preferably in a regulated industry.
* Professional experience in a (development) project environment.
* An ability to motivate a team.
* Strong business acumen, and assertiveness.
* Ability to structure processes and set priorities.
* Fluent English; German is a plus.
Benefits
ZEISS offers a dynamic and challenging work environment, opportunities for career growth, and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Others
Please note that we are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.