Senior Procurement Manager (Governance, Systems & Strategy)

ITM Power; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days holiday

Modern working environment

Comprehensive induction and develop.

Attractive salary

Zusammenfassung

ITM Power is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager in Germany to oversee annual spend across a broad supplier network and to drive governance, systems and strategic support within procurement.

You will partner with the Head of Procurement, lead cross-functional initiatives across Manufacturing and EPC Procurement, and steer process improvements in a rapidly evolving environment with senior stakeholders.

Qualifikationen

• CIPS qualification (or working towards) desirable.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business administration or economics, with at least 3 years’ experience in a Procurement role.
• Proven experience in procurement processes, governance, systems and strategy, ideally in EPC and Manufacturing Procurement.
• Proficient in procurement systems, data analysis and contract management.
• Excellent commercial understanding and negotiation capability.
• Strong analytical and structured mindset.
• Ability to operate across functions and senior stakeholders.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and German.

Aufgaben

• Establish scalable procurement policies, processes and governance frameworks.
• Drive implementation of process standardisation and a clear delegation framework.
• Develop contract templates in partnership with the Legal team.
• Drive integration of ERP, ticketing, and associated procurement systems.
• Introduce transparent KPI frameworks and reporting standards.
• Lead and support high‑value and strategically important supplier negotiations.
• Oversee and enhance supplier performance management.
• Ensure consistency and compliance across procurement activities.
• Support Head of Procurement in transformation and organisational development.
• Act as cross-functional problem solver across projects, categories and regions.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Leadership

Analytics

Stakeholder management

English & German

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in business administration or economics

3+ years procurement experience

Jobbeschreibung

ITM is at the forefront of the green hydrogen industry, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge PEM electrolysers that are instrumental in global decarbonisation efforts. With over two decades of scientific expertise, we’ve established ourselves as industry leaders in clean energy technology.

Our Journey and Growth

As pioneers in green hydrogen technology, ITM is offering the most advanced PEM electrolyser technology in the world. Founded in 2000, ITM Power PLC was one of the first companies of its kind to be listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. Headquartered in the UK, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is the world’s first largest PEM Gigafactory in commercial operation, and home to our R&D and manufacturing.

The Senior Procurement Manager will oversee annual spend across a broad and complex network of more than 200 suppliers. This role is critical to ITM’s growth as we scale operations, modernise processes and strengthen value delivery across all direct product categories. You will act as a central governance, systems and strategic support function within procurement.

This is a cross functional role across Manufacturing and EPC Procurement, accountable for overall process, systems and governance.

Acting as a strategic partner to key stakeholders and the Head of Procurement, you will take a strategic approach to driving process improvements within a rapidly evolving environment.

You will support high-impact negotiations and critical supplier topics across all areas

ITM is at the forefront of the green hydrogen industry, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge PEM electrolysers that are instrumental in global decarbonisation efforts. With over two decades of scientific expertise, we’ve established ourselves as industry leaders in clean energy technology.

Our Journey and Growth

As pioneers in green hydrogen technology, ITM is offering the most advanced PEM electrolyser technology in the world. Founded in 2000, ITM Power PLC was one of the first companies of its kind to be listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. Headquartered in the UK, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is the world’s first largest PEM Gigafactory in commercial operation, and home to our R&D and manufacturing.

The Senior Procurement Manager will oversee annual spend across a broad and complex network of more than 200 suppliers. This role is critical to ITM’s growth as we scale operations, modernise processes and strengthen value delivery across all direct product categories. You will act as a central governance, systems and strategic support function within procurement.

This is a cross functional role across Manufacturing and EPC Procurement, accountable for overall process, systems and governance.

Acting as a strategic partner to key stakeholders and the Head of Procurement, you will take a strategic approach to driving process improvements within a rapidly evolving environment.

You will support high-impact negotiations and critical supplier topics across all areas

Tasks

• Establish scalable and consistent procurement policies, processes and governance frameworks
• Drive implementation of process standardisation and a clear delegation framework
• Develop contract templates in partnership with the Legal team
• Drive integration of ERP, ticketing, and associated procurement systems
• Introduce transparent KPI frameworks and reporting standards
• Lead and support high‑value and strategically important supplier negotiations
• Oversee and enhance supplier performance management
• Ensure consistency and compliance across procurement activities
• Support Head of Procurement in transformation and organisational development
• Act as cross-functional problem solver across projects, categories and regions

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

• CIPS qualification (or working towards) desirable; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business administration or economics (or other relevant subject), at least 3 years’ experience in a Procurement role
• Strong experience in procurement processes, governance, systems and strategy, ideally in EPC and Manufacturing Procurement
• Proven people leadership capabilities
• Proficient in procurement systems, data analysis and contract management
• Excellent commercial understanding and negotiation capability
• Strong analytical and structured mindset
• Ability to operate across functions and senior stakeholders
• Proficient in written and spoken English and German language

Skills and Abilities

• Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with a results-oriented mindset
• Ability to work in a high-growth, fast-changing business and drive change where needed
• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing at all levels

Benefits

The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a rapidly growing industry, within a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of energy and work with a team that’s actively addressing global climate challenges. Our corporate culture values safety, integrity and continuous improvement.

• Meaningful work with the opportunity to make a real difference
• Attractive salary
• 30 days holiday
• Modern working environment
• Part of a dynamic and experienced team
• Comprehensive induction and development opportunities