Strategic Sourcing Specialist
We're Hiring: Strategic Sourcing Lead
Location: Hybrid, Germany
Are you passionate about driving supplier performance, leading impactful negotiations, and shaping sourcing strategies? Join a forward-thinking team where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
What You'll Do
- Lead supplier management initiatives to enhance competitiveness, performance, and long-term value creation
- Develop and execute structured negotiation strategies that align with business goals and deliver measurable outcomes
- Drive cost-reduction programs in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring clear ownership and accountability
- Translate category strategies into actionable supplier optimisation plans, focusing on efficiency, sustainability, and innovation
- Manage tenders and supplier negotiations using a data-driven, fact-based approach to ensure transparency and consistency
- Partner with internal stakeholders - including procurement, finance, and operations align sourcing activities with broader business needs
- Monitor market trends and supplier performance to proactively identify risks and opportunities
- Support digitisation and process improvement initiatives within the sourcing function
- Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making at both regional and group levels
What We're Looking For
- Strong sourcing and procurement expertise with market insight
- Experience in complex negotiations and financial impact analysis
- Skilled in data-driven decision-making and supplier relationship management
- Clear communicator with a proactive, results-oriented mindset
Join a globally recognised organisation offering a dynamic, international work environment that values flexibility, innovation, and professional growth. Enjoy a competitive compensation package including salary, pension, and health care benefits.
Interested or know someone who'd be a great fit? Let's connect!
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