Manager / Director Purchasing (m/f/d) for China

Job Description

Your Tasks

• Responsible for all procurement activities and their strategic and operational development within the portfolio company.
• Lead the assigned portfolio team technically and disciplinarily according to clearly defined goals.
• Conduct price and value analysis and make or buy decisions.
• Identify improvement opportunities across all external spend, map and improve internal purchasing processes, and implement measures to benefit the company's overall financial situation.
• Collaborate closely with the Mutares Purchasing team to leverage synergies across the wider portfolio.

Your Profile

• At least 5 years of experience leading procurement improvement programs for manufacturing companies.
• Strong academic background.
• Entrepreneurially oriented leadership with a success-driven, dynamic work approach.
• Knowledge of end-to-end purchasing processes.
• Skilled negotiator with contract management knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and in complex environments, both individually and in teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in English and at least one other European language.
• Willingness to travel four days per week.

What Mutares Offers

• Work as part of a motivated, international, committed, and agile team.
• Engaging environment with diverse challenges supporting personal and professional growth.
• Attractive salary with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive onboarding in a supportive environment.