Team Lead Operational Procurement (f/m/x)

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In this position you lead the local operational procurement team, take over sourcing activities for tactical projects, special sourcing needs or local commodity responsibility and act as a sparring partner for the team and as team representative for other functional departments. Additionally you are responsible for processing and creating purchase orders in time, track order confirmations, shipments status and adhere to all relevant process, legal and regulatory compliance requirements. In total the combined team management and staff tactical responsibilities while focusing on the following actions: Lead the team, fostering collaboration, communication, and a positive culture

Achieve operational procurement and targets monthly KPI reporting

Manage team and individual performance through regular reviews and target setting

Develop the team and improve procurement processes for effectiveness

Serve as the go-to person for escalations and conflict resolution

Identify and source materials, negotiate contracts, and maintain supplier relationships

Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations in procurement

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Profound experience in a broad range of procurement or purchasing roles, preferably in a project-based environment and/or indirect procurement environment supplemented by first experience in leadership

Proficiency in procurement software SAP and Microsoft Office Suite additionally to the ability to assess technical tasks and requirements

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities combined with strong orientation and assertiveness

Strong negotiation and communication skills

Interest to work collaboratively in a team environment

Fluent skills in English and in German