Software Tester-Jobs in United States

Munich Re's Central Procurement (CP) has global responsibility within the Reinsurance Group. As part of the Global Sourcing Procurement team, you will report to the Head of Global Software and SaaS Sourcing. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the procurement strategy for Software and Software-as-a-Service. This includes license agreements, integration, maintenance, support, and related services. The goal is to deliver business value, promote digitalization, and improve vendor and risk management by leveraging in-depth category knowledge and collaborating closely with stakeholders.

Your Job

• Act as the strategic interface to internal customers and suppliers, translating business needs into effective negotiations and contracts in cooperation with Legal and other functions
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, including market analysis, demand planning, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and implementation
• Work as part of the Global Software Procurement team to develop sourcing and supplier strategies
• Manage key suppliers and develop sourcing strategies together with IT, Software Asset Management, Enterprise Architecture, and the global procurement team
• Conduct spend analysis, define optimization goals, and ensure global interaction and alignment across the Munich Re Group (e.g. ERGO and MEAG)

Your Profile

• Academic degree in Business, Economics, IT, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• 3+ years’ experience in Software and SaaS procurement or related areas (e.g. License Management), with a proven track record in strategic sourcing projects in international environments
• Strong negotiation skills, including experience leading cross-functional teams and working with in-house legal on complex contracts
• Proficient in contract terminology and software procurement best practices; well-versed in supplier and vendor management
• Genuine passion for software and technology, staying up to date with industry trends and innovations
• Entrepreneurial mindset with curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for learning
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in German and English and willingness to work in an international environment

Application Instructions

In order to consider your application, we require your application to be submitted via our online applicant portal. In addition to uploading your CV, we recommend writing a cover letter to tell us more about why the position is of interest to you.

About us

As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 11,000 employees at over 50 locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into a manageable risk we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics today that will concern society tomorrow, whether that be climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel. Together we embrace a culture where multiskilled teams dare to think big. We create the new and the different for our clients and cultivate innovation. Sounds like you? Push boundaries with us and be part of Munich Re. Our employees are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer them a wide range of benefits. You can find some examples below.

Unlock your potential

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.
• Continuous Learning: we believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.
• Career Mobility: we actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Rewards & Recognition

• Competitive salary: appropriate compensation for your high level of commitment.
• Retirement provision: state of the art in-house pension solutions.
• Work-life balance: promoting the compatibility of family and work in addition to overall work-life balance.
• Health management: focus on your physical and mental health far beyond legal requirements.
• Hybrid working: living the best of both worlds – we offer you a very flexible approach as well as the opportunity to work from abroad on an occasional basis.

* Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritized, if equally qualified.