Supplier Relationship Manager

JR Germany; Lübeck; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking company, where your expertise in supplier relationship management and sourcing will drive impactful solutions in life sciences and biotechnology. As a Supplier Relationship Manager, you'll play a crucial role in managing procurement projects across Europe, ensuring compliance and fostering strong supplier relationships. This position offers the chance to innovate within a culture that values diverse perspectives and continuous improvement. If you're ready to make a real difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years' experience in sourcing and supplier relationship management.
• Fluent in English and German with excellent communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Manage significant procurement projects and supplier relationships.
• Oversee the implementation of indirect sourcing strategy and compliance.

Kenntnisse

Sourcing

Purchasing

Supplier Relationship Management

Cost Reduction

Negotiation

Supply Chain Management

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Pall Corporation, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, Pall Corporation thrives on helping our customers solve their toughest challenges. Our products serve diverse, global customer needs across a wide range of applications to advance health, safety and environmentally responsible technologies. From airplane engines to hydraulic systems, Scotch tape to smartphones, OLED screens to paper—everyday Pall is there, helping protect critical operating assets, improve product quality, minimize emissions and waste, and safeguard health. For the exponentially curious, Pall is a place where you can thrive and amplify your impact on the world. Find what drives you on a team with a more than 75-year history of discovery, determination, and innovation.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM) is responsible for facilities, MRO, and fleet in the EMEA Region.

Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

The SRM will manage significant procurement projects and work closely with all business units and functions. The role involves managing the central fleet for various European countries (Germany, UK, France, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Poland, Netherlands), handling fleet requests and inventories, and supporting local tactical purchasing teams and site managers. It will ensure policies and procedures related to compliance, engagement, early involvement, supplier selection, assessment, and development are acknowledged and implemented.

This position reports to the Sr. Commodity Manager for Indirect Sourcing, is part of the Global Integrated Supply Team located in Bad Kreuznach, Germany, and requires on-site presence.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

1. Work on KPIs and cost-saving goals by focusing on savings projects, staying updated on emerging technologies/materials/best practices in indirect and supply chain management, monitoring market trends & industry developments to identify opportunities for innovation, cost savings, and risk mitigation.
2. Oversee the implementation of the indirect sourcing strategy, manage procurement processes, and ensure compliance.
3. Handle legal interactions, including supplier non-disclosure agreements and other legal matters between Pall and suppliers.
4. Manage supplier relationships by identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, conducting assessments, attending meetings/visits, and maintaining strong relationships via SBRs.
5. Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, materials, quality, finance), negotiate, and manage contract administration including LTAs/MSAs.
6. Possess a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in procurement, supply chain, or engineering.
7. Have 5+ years' experience in sourcing, purchasing, category management, or supplier relationship management.
8. Have 3+ years' experience in indirect sourcing focusing on facilities or fleet management.
9. Demonstrate a proven track record of negotiating contracts, reducing costs, and improving supplier performance.

Fluent in English and German with excellent communication skills.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to travel 25% regionally and internationally.
• Must hold a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred additional experience includes:

• Building and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Ability to adapt, think critically, and problem-solve under pressure.
• Continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing.