Please apply in English!
What you will do-
* Develop and implement strategies and objectives for assigned commodities to support divisional business goals.
* Lead and manage teams based in the US and Germany, as well as cross-functional groups, to drive strategic commodity planning, consolidation efforts, and spend/supply assessments, considering the entire product life cycle.
* Oversee sourcing analysis and selection processes, conduct cost evaluations, and perform make-versus-buy assessments as needed.
* Direct the creation of contract strategies; negotiate, establish, monitor, and enforce supplier contracts and agreements.
* Identify supply base risks and develop and implement mitigation plans, including market assessments and evaluations of supplier financial stability, social responsibility, environmental impact, and ethical standards.
* Gather and share information on market conditions and technology trends related to commodities and suppliers, using this insight to implement effective cost controls and adapt business strategies.
* Lead the development and execution of strategies and objectives for assigned commodities in alignment with divisional business priorities.
* Design and apply enterprise-wide metrics, tools, and processes to enhance sourcing and supplier management activities.
What you need-
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or related field, required
* Leadership experience is a must have
* 7+ years in Supply Management with focus on strategic sourcing and supplier development
* Knowledge and application of supplier contract strategy, negotiations, contractual terms, and contract administration
* Knowledge of continuous improvement and cost reduction methodologies
* Experience with supplier metrics & measurement methodologies and supporting systems.
* Strong skills in leadership, negotiations, influencing, communication & presentation, project management, troubleshooting & problem solving, analysis, strategic thinking, and collaborative team building.
* Strong judgment with the ability to make and communicate timely and sound decisions
* Fluent language skills in German and English speaking and writing
* Valid car driving liscence class B
* Diversity is important to us. We welcome applications from people regardless of their ethnic, national or social origin, gender, disability, age or sexual identity.