Head of Procurement (m/f/d)

DSJ Global; Baden-Württemberg; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A reputable manufacturing company in the Stuttgart region is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead a transformational journey within their complex international supply chain. This role involves developing procurement strategies, driving sustainability initiatives, and leading a high-performing team. We are looking for candidates with a proven track record in senior procurement roles and strong leadership skills. Competitive compensation and career development opportunities are offered.

Leistungen

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Modern working environment

Qualifikationen

• Proven track record in senior leadership procurement roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading transformation projects.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy that delivers measurable value.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiation and supplier performance management.
• Build a strategic procurement department.
• Drive initiatives in sustainability, supply chain resilience and digitalisation.
• Inspire and lead a high-performing team.
• Provide reporting and insight to senior management.

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Head of Procurement (m/f/d)

Location: Stuttgart region, Germany (open to travel)

Employment: Full-time, permanent

About the Company

Our client is a well-established manufacturing business operating within the consumer goods and FMCG sector, with strong growth ambitions and a complex international supply chain. They are now seeking a visionary Head of Procurement to lead an exciting transformation journey and redefine the function’s strategic role within the business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy that delivers measurable value across cost, quality, sustainability and innovation.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiation and supplier performance management to ensure operational excellence.
• Build a true strategic procurement department that acts as an integrated business partner across R&D, Operations, Engineering and Finance.
• Drive key initiatives in sustainability, supply chain resilience and digitalisation.
• Inspire and lead a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Provide clear reporting and insight to senior management on procurement performance and strategic priorities.

Your Profile

• Proven track record in senior leadership procurement roles
• Demonstrated experience leading transformation projects and elevating procurement’s strategic value within an organisation.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Excellent communication skills in English (Other languages a plus but not required).
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field is beneficial but not essential.

What They Offer

• A leadership role with the autonomy to shape procurement strategy and culture.
• Opportunity to deliver a visible transformation and build a best-in-class procurement function.
• Competitive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities.
• Modern working environment and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.