Since 2017, HiSERV has been transforming the GSE (Ground Support Equipment) market through outstanding quality, high flexibility, and fair, transparent pricing. We manage and offer our customers a young, modern fleet of more than 14,000 units. With short-term rentals, pay-per-use models, and real-time tracking, we optimally meet our customers' needs. Our clients include renowned companies in ground handling, airlines, and airports across Europe. By using innovative digital solutions, we provide reliable data to optimize usage and costs. We offer a wide range of additional services related to GSE rental: consulting, maintenance, fleet management, training, and more.
For our location in Schönefeld, we are looking for a
Senior Procurement Manager (m/w/d)
Your Tasks:
* Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement long-term procurement strategies aligned with business objectives. Lead cost-saving initiatives and drive operational efficiency.
* Supplier & Contract Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships. Negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms and mitigate risks. Monitor supplier performance and resolve disputes.
* Provide functional leadership for Procurement team members, ensuring alignment with processes, standards, and strategic objectives.
* Process Optimization: Improve procurement processes and adopt innovative sourcing practices. Implement and manage procurement technologies and systems.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Finance, Legal, and other departments to align procurement activities. Support sustainability initiatives through strategic sourcing.
* Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to procurement policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. Analyze procurement metrics and report on performance and savings.
Your Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
* Proven experience in procurement and strategic sourcing, preferably within the aviation or ground support equipment sector.
* Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to manage large-scale supplier contracts and complex procurement projects.
* Proficiency in procurement management software and tools.
* Proficient in German and English, both verbal and written.
* Drivers licence.
We offer you:
* A highly interesting and non-standardized area of responsibility with plenty of room for autonomy and creativity.
* Individual training and development opportunities.
* A permanent employment contract in an internationally successful, growing company.
* 30 days of annual vacation.
* Competitive salary.
* Excellent accessibility – just a 5-minute walk from Schönefeld S-Bahn station.
* Free parking spaces.
* Regular team events and a collegial work environment.