Senior Supply Chain Manager (f/m/x)

AUTO1 Group; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the automotive sector seeks a Senior Supply Chain Manager to optimize procurement processes and build competitive supplier networks across Europe. The ideal candidate will bring over 5 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently while leading cross-functional projects. With a focus on a data-driven approach and a commitment to work-life balance, this role promises an engaging environment with significant professional growth opportunities.

Leistungen

€750 starting bonus for new starters

Home office options for work-life balance

Above-average corporate pension plan

Discounts on well-known brands and used cars

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Proven procurement track record from startup, consultancy, or automotive sector.
• Fluent English skills mandatory, German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships.
• Analyze supplier data to identify optimization potential.
• Develop a European roadmap for supplier network improvements.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

Our Production Department is responsible for the operations behind the online used-car-buying experience for private customers — from deciding the repair scope and evaluating car condition, to repairing vehicles and collecting data points needed for online advertising. We focus on speed, quality, and efficiency while applying a data-driven approach. Support us as a Senior Supply Chain Manager in Production by constantly questioning the status quo and demonstrating your negotiating skills and supply chain knowledge.

As part of the Business Development team at our headquarters in Berlin, you will work closely with all Production management teams across Europe and our Director of Production Europe to elevate our supply chain for Production.

Job Description

1. Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships to maximize value.
2. Analyze supplier data, products, lead times, and pricing to identify optimization potential.
3. Identify and integrate new top suppliers to build a superior supplier network serving all production centers in Europe.
4. Develop and execute a European roadmap for cost savings and supplier network improvements.
5. Oversee and lead the improvement of all procurement processes within the Production department, including system implementation, ongoing analysis, budgeting, and cross-border benchmarking.
6. Manage cross-functional, data-driven projects and collaborate with stakeholders including top management.

Qualifications

1. Proven experience in procurement from a start-up, management consultancy, fast-growing company, or automotive sector, with 5+ years in procurement/supply chain management.
2. Excellent communication and contract negotiation skills.
3. Hands-on experience building procurement processes.
4. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to draw conclusions from data.
5. Pragmatic, solution-oriented, highly organized, and capable of working independently and in teams.
6. Fluent English skills are essential; German is a plus.

Additional Information

• €750 starting bonus for all new starters until the end of the month.
• Join a company that has evolved from a unicorn to a listed public company!
• Experience a highly international working environment with exciting projects.
• We value work-life balance, offering home office options.
• Benefit from an above-average corporate pension plan.
• Enjoy discounts on well-known brands like Flaconi, Bosch, Apple, and Sky, as well as special offers on used cars for you, your family, and friends.

Join us in building the best way to buy and sell cars!

Contact

Emily Albrecht

At AUTO1 Group, we foster an open culture, believe in direct communication, and value diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other non-merit factor.