Procurement Category Manager IT (m / f / d)

Riedel Communications; Wuppertal; Hybrid; EUR 50.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen in der Medien- und Unterhaltungsbranche sucht einen Procurement Category Manager IT, um innovative Beschaffungsstrategien zu entwickeln. In dieser spannenden Rolle optimieren Sie die Kosten und verbessern die Leistung der Lieferanten, während Sie sicherstellen, dass die Unternehmensziele erreicht werden. Sie werden eng mit verschiedenen Teams zusammenarbeiten, um die Beschaffungsbedürfnisse zu definieren und eine transparente Kommunikation zu gewährleisten. Diese Position bietet Ihnen die Möglichkeit, Ihre Fähigkeiten in einem dynamischen Umfeld weiterzuentwickeln und Teil eines engagierten Teams zu werden, das Vielfalt und Inklusion schätzt.

Leistungen

30 Tage Urlaub

Flexible Arbeitszeiten

Remote-Arbeitsoptionen

JobRad

Betriebliche Altersvorsorge

Mitarbeiterrabatte

Mitarbeiterkantine

Kostenlose Parkplätze

Zugang zu öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln

Qualifikationen

• 5+ Jahre Erfahrung in der Beschaffung, insbesondere im IT-Bereich.
• Kenntnisse über Lizenzmodelle und Hardware-Lifecycle-Management.

Aufgaben

• Entwicklung und Umsetzung von Beschaffungsstrategien für IT.
• Verhandlung von Verträgen und Pflege von Lieferantenbeziehungen.

Kenntnisse

Strategisches Beschaffungsmanagement

Verhandlungsgeschick

Stakeholder-Management

IT-Beschaffung

Marktanalyse

Ausbildung

Bachelor in Betriebswirtschaft

Master in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Beschaffungssoftware

Jobbeschreibung

Procurement Category Manager IT (m / f / d)

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RIEDEL Communications is the leading provider of live production tools in the media, sports, and entertainment sectors. To meet our customers' needs holistically, we are divided into three business units: Product Division, Managed Technology, & Riedel Networks.

The central Division "Corporate Services" supports our divisions in organizing and handling all transactional processes, building the economic foundation of the divisions. It also significantly contributes to fulfilling corporate goals by accelerating processes.

Join us as Procurement Category Manager IT (m / f / d) on this exciting journey and experience the fascination of Riedel Communications in action.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

As IT Procurement Category Manager, you will develop and implement category strategies for IT procurement, focusing on software (licenses, SaaS), hardware (infrastructure, devices), and IT services (rentals, leasing). Your efforts will help optimize costs, improve supplier performance, and reduce risks, all while ensuring we meet our business objectives.

1. Develop Category Strategies: You develop and execute procurement strategies for software, hardware, and IT services, ensuring cost optimization, quality improvement, and performance enhancement across categories.
2. Manage Supplier Relationships: You’ll identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and performance. Building strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers will be crucial for ensuring consistent delivery and driving innovation.
3. Negotiate Contracts: You’ll lead negotiations for supplier contracts, including SLAs, pricing, and terms, to secure the best value while managing risks like supply chain disruptions and price volatility.
4. Collaborate Across Teams: You’ll partner with internal stakeholders to define procurement needs, aligning strategies with business goals, and act as the bridge between procurement, IT, and other relevant units to ensure alignment and effective communication.
5. Drive Cost Savings: Through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, and demand management, you’ll identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
6. Analyze Market Trends: You’ll monitor emerging market trends, supplier landscapes, and technologies to identify opportunities and risks.
7. Report on Performance: You’ll provide regular updates to senior management on category performance, savings, and KPIs, ensuring transparency and alignment.
8. Ensure Compliance: You’ll ensure all contracts adhere to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and sustainability goals.

THAT'S YOU

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree or comparable qualification in Business Studies, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related fields.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, ideally in strategic sourcing or category management, with a focus on IT procurement.
• Understanding of IT procurement, licensing models, hardware lifecycle management, and other IT-specific business needs.
• Experience with SAP and other procurement software.
• Knowledge of industry trends, supplier markets, and risk management strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Fluent in German and excellent English skills (written and spoken).

WE OFFER

• Work-Life-Balance with 30 days of vacation, flexible working hours, and remote work options in a hybrid model.
• Numerous benefits such as JobRad, corporate discounts, employee referral programs, and a company pension plan.
• Convenient organization with an employee canteen, free parking, and access to public transportation.
• We value diversity and foster an open, inclusive working atmosphere where personality matters.

ENRICH OUR TEAM!

Expect an exciting challenge with opportunities for responsibility and personal development.

RIEDEL advocates for equal opportunities and diversity. We look forward to getting to know you as you are—far from any pigeonholing.

RIEDEL Communications GmbH & Co. KG

42109 Wuppertal

• 49 (0) 202 292 90