Strategic Procurement Manager Substations (fmd)

Leipzig - Germany

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Workload: 100%

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure As a Strategic Procurement Manager you will drive high-value sourcing projects optimize supplier relationships and contribute to delivering cost-efficient and compliant High Voltage Substations for renewable energy systems in Europe. Join us to make an impact!

What you will do:

Support the Category Leader in developing procurement strategies
Conduct supplier analysis and market research for informed decisions
Assist with contract negotiations and supplier relationship management
Identify cost-saving opportunities within the category
Manage sourcing projects aligned with strategic goals
Track and report supplier performance and compliance
Ensure adherence to procurement policies and risk management practices
Prepare and analyze procurement data for strategic insights
Collaborate with stakeholders on category requirements and initiatives
Support demand forecasting and planning within the category

What you bring & who you are:

Masters degree in Business Supply Chain Procurement or related field
Certifications in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing (e.g. CIPS CPSM) are advantageous
Practical experience in managing sourcing projects and supplier negotiations
Expertise in strategic sourcing supplier evaluation and contract negotiation
Strong analytical skills and understanding of procurement policies and risk management
Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and data analytics tools (e.g. Excel Power BI)
Effective communicator and negotiator with strong relationship-building skills
Proactive detail-oriented and results-driven with a focus on value creation
Proficient in English; German is an advantage; additional language skills are beneficial

About the team:
Youll be part of a collaborative and dynamic procurement team in the Battery (BESS) team that values innovation diversity and shared success. We work together to achieve impactful results while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

We look forward to your application even if you dont meet all the requirements.

At Axpo Group we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination tolerance and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity gender identity and expression sexual orientation age disability as well as socioeconomic cultural and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.

Workload: 100%Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure As a Strategic Procurement Manager you will drive high-value sourcing projects optimize supplier relationships and contribute to delivering cost-efficient and compliant High Voltage Substations for r...

Workload: 100%

What you will do:

Support the Category Leader in developing procurement strategies
Conduct supplier analysis and market research for informed decisions
Assist with contract negotiations and supplier relationship management
Identify cost-saving opportunities within the category
Manage sourcing projects aligned with strategic goals
Track and report supplier performance and compliance
Ensure adherence to procurement policies and risk management practices
Prepare and analyze procurement data for strategic insights
Collaborate with stakeholders on category requirements and initiatives
Support demand forecasting and planning within the category

What you bring & who you are:

Masters degree in Business Supply Chain Procurement or related field
Certifications in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing (e.g. CIPS CPSM) are advantageous
Practical experience in managing sourcing projects and supplier negotiations
Expertise in strategic sourcing supplier evaluation and contract negotiation
Strong analytical skills and understanding of procurement policies and risk management
Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and data analytics tools (e.g. Excel Power BI)
Effective communicator and negotiator with strong relationship-building skills
Proactive detail-oriented and results-driven with a focus on value creation
Proficient in English; German is an advantage; additional language skills are beneficial

We look forward to your application even if you dont meet all the requirements.

At Axpo Group we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination tolerance and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity gender identity and expression sexual orientation age disability as well as socioeconomic cultural and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.

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Axpo Group

Axpo's ambition is to provide society with a sustainable future through innovative energy solutions. Axpo is the largest Swiss producer of renewable energy and an international pioneer in energy trading and the marketing of solar and wind power. More than 7,500 employees combine exper ... View more

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