Thorlabs GmbH | Germany | 85xxx Bergkirchen | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 20.03.2026 on stepstone.de
Head of Procurement (m/f/d)
Optical and optoelectronic products are our passion. In the Photonics industry we are the experts. Many well-known research and development facilities as well as industrial customers appreciate this and use our products worldwide in their laboratories. At the Bergkirchen site we develop and manufacture components, modules as well as devices for generating, transport and measuring light. Our technical sales ensure competent advice and support for our customers. The warehouse at our site is responsible for shipping all Thorlabs products within Europe. Our company continues to grow – grow with us! !
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
As Head of Procurement (m/w/x) you control the strategic and operational procurement of technical materials, components, assemblies and investment goods for our versatile and technically demanding product portfolio. Development and implementation of a sustainable purchasing strategy Professional and disciplinary leadership and targeted further development of the operational and strategic purchasing teams Building, evaluating and developing efficient supplier structures Introduction and control of dual and Multiple-sourcing strategies for risk mitigation Digitalization and data-driven management of shopping through modern tools and systems Optimization of procurement processes in close cooperation with production and supply chain planning
Complete training or studies in the fields of economic engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, business management or comparable qualifications Multiannual experience in technical purchasing, of which at least three years in senior responsibility Clear strategic-analytical thinking with pronounced process and optimization orientation Sovereign handling of data and key figures systems for sound decision-making Funded knowledge of contract law as well as strong negotiating competence Practical experience with ERP systems (e.g. D365 F&O) and safe handling of digital purchasing tools Detectional strength in supplier management and cost analysis Leadership with technical understanding, high self-responsibility and reliable communication in German and English
Flexible working hours (according to individual agreement), 30 days vacation, mobile work Offer for occupational retirement & health insurance Promoting your individual development and career Wide range of health and sports activities (Urban Sports Club, company race, etc.) Leasing offers (Jobrad) Free charging station for e-bikes and e-cars Possibility of a time-out Annual employee events and social events At THORLABS we not only accept differences – we support them, we celebrate them and we live them for the benefit of our employees, our community and our products. We are proud to be a workplace for equal opportunities and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We welcome diversity, actively promote inclusion and welcome applications from each person. This is also reflected in our values that we live actively:
Location
 | Thorlabs GmbH | |
| 85232 Bergkirchen | ||
| Germany |
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