Director Strategic Procurement - Industrial Solutions Business Group (m/f/d)

BizLink Group; Roth; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed + variable remuneration

Flexible working

Flat hierarchies

International development paths

Job summary

BizLink is seeking a Director of Strategic Procurement for the Industrial Solutions Business Group. You will shape global procurement architecture, manage strategic categories, lead project procurement, and build resilient supplier networks to sustain competitive advantage.

You will oversee governance, risk management, and cross-regional stakeholder alignment while guiding a high-performing team. Fluency in German and English is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in business, engineering or related field with procurement focus.
• Several years in strategic global procurement with leadership experience.
• Proven negotiations in international contexts.
• Strong KPI understanding and data reporting ability.
• Fluent German and English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global procurement strategies and coordinate sourcing activities.
• Lead category management and support supplier negotiations and framework agreements.
• Oversee project procurement ensuring on-time delivery within budget and quality.
• Manage supplier lifecycle, cost, risk, and quality assessment.
• Identify supply risks and establish robust second-source options.
• Maintain global procurement reporting systems and KPIs; drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate requirements across international locations and departments.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members for high performance.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Leadership

Negotiation

Data reporting

Risk management

German & English

Education

University degree in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering

Job description

BizLink is a global provider of connectivity solutions in the field of data and energy management. We provide solutions for industries following global megatrends such as electromobility, industrial automation, medical technology and data centers with cables and cable systems.

With flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes and a corporate culture based on entrepreneurial thinking and acting, we rely on bright and courageous people with whom we can actively shape the future.

Director Strategic Procurement - Industrial Solutions Business Group (m/f/d)

In this key role, you will actively shape our company's global procurement architecture, driving long-term competitiveness by securing optimal purchasing conditions and fostering high-impact supplier partnerships. You will lead your team to success by overseeing both strategic category management and operational project procurement, ensuring seamless delivery capabilities through proactive risk management and foresight. By designing resilient supply chains and optimizing procurement strategies, you will safeguard the business against volatility and directly contribute to our sustainable market leadership.

Your tasks:

• Strategy & Governance: Ensure the continuous development and implementation of global procurement strategies and coordinate all global sourcing activities
• Category Management: Enhance the existing category management and actively support major supplier negotiations and critical framework agreements
• Project Procurement: Ensure that all project-specific sourcing requirements are met on time, adhere to budget restrictions, and meet the highest quality standards
• Supplier Management: Oversee the entire supplier lifecycle - from identification and selection to long-term strategic development - based on cost, risk, and quality criteria
• Supplier Escalation: Act as the ultimate point of escalation for critical supply chain issues and supplier disputes to ensure business continuity
• Process Optimization: Continuously improve procurement processes and ensure comprehensive documentation and standardization
• Risk Management: Proactively identify supply chain risks and mitigate them by establishing robust second-source alternatives
• Reporting & KPIs: Maintain and optimize a global procurement reporting system, e.g. Spend Cube, track key performance indicators, and implement corrective measures when necessary
• Stakeholder Management: Coordinate requirements and align procurement content across various international locations and departments
• Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop your team members, fostering both high performance and personal growth

Your talents:

• University degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field with a focus on Procurement / Supply Chain Management
• Several years of relevant experience in strategic global procurement with initial leadership experience
• Proven track record in high-level negotiations and the ability to operate confidently in an international environment
• Strong command of KPIs and the ability to translate complex data into transparent, actionable reporting
• Proactive mindset with a strong drive for continuous process improvement
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) is required

Our offer:

• Leadership of a highly qualified team, comprising direct reports and functional guidance to purchasing teams within the operating units
• Challenging projects and varied tasks in an international, professional, dynamic, and team-oriented environment
• Company-wide collaboration with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths
• Diverse development and promotion opportunities within the BizLink Group - nationally and internationally
• Attractive remuneration consisting of a fixed and variable component
• Self-determined, flexible working

Contact us:

Ella Luft

BizLink Industry Germany GmbH

Gildestraße 17

91154 Roth