Senior Strategic Procurement Manager (f/m/x)Company DescriptionAUTO1 Group is Europe's leading digital automotive platform. As a dynamic tech company, we are revolutionizing the automotive industry with our brands wirkaufendeinauto.de, AUTO1.com and Autohero. Our strong team of 6.000 people is dedicated to making Europe-wide car trading and transport as fast and stress-free as possible for our customers.We are looking for a Strategic Procurement Manager based in Berlin to build new processes and contribute to the company strategy of profitable growth. Are you a dynamic and results-oriented strategic thinker with a proven track record in procurement? Apply to be a part of our procurement team to have a significant impact on one of the fastest-growing automotive companies in Europe.Your new RoleLeading sourcing boards with departments and aligning on sourcing strategiesOwning Source to Pay process for the category: from planning to payment including suppliers selection, tendering and negotiationsPreparing guidelines and benchmarkingEvaluating savings potential per each account on EU-level, delivering savingsCreating and executing a category roadmapEvaluating base of payment terms per category and execute improvement targetsContract management: creating contracts overviews and renewals plansWorking efficiently and autonomously in highly self-driven mannerCoordinating multiple internal stakeholders with various hierarchy levelDriving collaboration and partnership with vendorsYour SkillsAt least 5 years of working experience in procurement preferably with experience in implementing new processes and category managementExperience in such categories as Technology (IT: software, hosting, telephony), Classifieds, Real Estate, Facility Management, Human Resource or MarketingCompleted studies, preferably a masterdegreeIdeally, in-depth knowledge in global procurement as a Procurement ManagerSound experience in building up strategies and driving initiatives, for business improvementA high level of analytical thinking coupled with advanced Excel skillsYou master excellent verbal and written communication in English, while German is a plusOur OfferBe part of Europe's leading digital automotive platform!Work-life balance is part of our culture, we offer you home office option up to 3 days a weekSpecial offers on used cars for you, your family and your friendsTime to relax: 28 days vacationMore than 90 different nationalities make up for a truly international and diverse working environmentJoin us, building the best way to buy and sell cars!You do not meet 100% of the requirements? Take your shot and apply anyway! We offer room for growth and challenges to learn from.Contact:Katharina RuhnkeAt AUTO1 Group we live an open culture, believe in direct communication, and value diversity. We welcome every applicant; regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual identity, disability, or any other non-merit factor.Apply now!Complete your job application by uploading your CV at the top of this application form. You can upload additional attachments, such as a cover letter or portfolio at the bottom.Please answer these short questions so that we can check your documents even faster.What are your salary expectations? (gross / per year) (EUR)What is your preferred starting date?Do you have a valid working permit for Germany? optionalYes NoFor your comfort in the hiring process, please inform us of your preferred gender pronoun.Pick SomeOther, please specify optionalI hereby agree, that my application will be processed by AUTO1 Global Services GmbH & Co. KG and will be forwarded to the respective company of the AUTO1-Group that awards the respective job, I am applying for.*I hereby agree, to be part of the talent communities for future career opportunities and to receive regular email updates on open positions.Further information about the handling of your data can be found here. #J-18808-Ljbffr