Procurement Manager - Electronics
📍 Location: Ulm, Germany (Hybrid - 3 days/week in office)
🗣️ Languages: Fluent German & English required
🏢 Company Size: 10,000+ employees
🔧 Industry: House/Consumer Technology / Smart Devices
About the Company
Our client is a global technology leader known for developing innovative, high-quality consumer products that enhance everyday life. With a strong engineering and R&D presence in Ulm and a workforce of over 10,000 employees worldwide, they are committed to pushing the boundaries of design, functionality, and sustainability. They are currently seeking a Procurement Manager - Electronics to support the development of their next generation of connected devices.
The Role
As Procurement Manager, you will lead procurement activities for electronics and embedded software. You'll work closely with engineering, R&D, and global suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective sourcing of key components for smart technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute procurement strategies for electronics and embedded software
* Source and manage suppliers for PCBs, sensors, microcontrollers, and software licenses
* Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers across Europe and Asia
* Collaborate with engineering to influence design and ensure supply chain resilience
* Track market trends in IoT, embedded systems, and sustainable electronics
Your Profile
* 5+ years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing in electronics (software is a plus)
* Technical knowledge of electronic components and embedded software
* Experience in project-based procurement within large, matrixed organizations
* Fluent in German and English (written and spoken)
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Why Apply?
* Join a company at the forefront of consumer technology innovation
* Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with real impact
* Competitive salary, bonus, and hybrid work flexibility
* Career development opportunities across international teams
* Office located in Ulm with a hybrid setup (3 days/week onsite)