Date: Aug 22, 2025
Location:
Salzgitter, DE
Company: PowerCo SE
Level of Experience: Leadership
Job Function: Procurement
Job ID: 4108
Team Lead of Global IT & BTM/CTM
Who we are
The mission has started. We proudly announce that in our Battery Valley we are starting our own battery cell production and the ramp up of our worldwide headquarters for global cell manufacturing. The Purchasing unit is the interface to the supplier market and is thus responsible for a large part of the value creation. The responsibilities range from raw material purchasing to supplier management and plant purchasing to value engineering.
Your role and key responsibilities
You are a skilled and motivated Procurement Manager ? You will be overseeing purchasing activities within the IT and operational materials domain. This position plays a key role in managing the procurement of IT equipment and services, small parts orders (BTM/CTM), and operating materials that support our day-to-day business functions.
* Manage the end-to-end procurement process for IT equipment, software and related services.
* Manage and develop the team.
* Handle purchasing of small parts orders (BTM/CTM) and operational materials, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency.
* Develop and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and ensure complience with company policies.
* Monitor market trends, identify sourcing opportunities and drive process improvements.
* Collaborate with IT, operations and finance teams to understand requirements and align product strategies.
* Oversee vendor performance, manage escalations and adherence to contract terms.
* Implement and maintain procurement best practices, focusing on quality, risk management and sustainablility.
* Prepare and analyze reports on procurement activities, spend analysis and supplier performance.
What you bring to the team
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master's degree a plus).
* Proven experience (5+ years) in procurement, ideally with exposure to IT sourcing and operational materials.
* Proven experience (3+ years) in leadership roles, ideally in Procurement
* Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
* Knowledge of VW procurement tools, ERP systems, and e-sourcing platforms.
* Familiarity with IT hardware/software procurement processes a-nd small parts/materials management.
* Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
* Excellent communication skills in English and German.
* Strong organizational and project management abilities.
What makes you stand out
* Both strategic insight and hands-on expertise, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing processes that align with our organizational goals.
What to look forward to
* Flat hierarchies
* Mobile work options
Company: PowerCo SE
Location:
Salzgitter, DE
Job Function: Procurement
Level of Experience: Leadership
Job ID: 4108
Date: Aug 22, 2025
Are you a battery believer?
PowerCo was founded in 2022 to become a global battery champion. Headquartered in Germany, we are currently ramping up gigafactories in Salzgitter, Valencia and St. Thomas in Canada with a total volume of up to 200 GWh. We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. With that we are driving the development of a strong, sustainable battery industry in Europe and North America.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.