Project 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:
My client is a global technology company 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 now seeking a Project Procurement Manager to support the development of our next generation of connected devices.
Your Role:
You will lead procurement activities for electronics and embedded software in new product development projects. Working closely with engineering, R&D, and global suppliers, you'll ensure timely, cost-effective sourcing of key components for our smart technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute procurement strategies for electronics and embedded software in NPD projects.
* 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.
What You Bring
* 5+ years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing in electronics or smart devices.
* Strong knowledge of electronic components and embedded software ecosystems.
* 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 Join Us?
* 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).