Strategic Procurement Leader — Cost, Compliance & Supply

Fresenius; Warrendale, Lake Zurich (Allegheny County, IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability

401K with company contribution

Wellness program

Job summary

Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist responsible for leading sourcing and supplier management activities across key categories. This role ensures cost optimization, supplier performance, and supply continuity while working closely with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree, with 5-10 years of procurement experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401K with company contributions.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Must be able to travel 30% of the time and obtain a passport.
• Strong decision-making and sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms and quality.
• Manage supplier selection and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

SAP ERP knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist responsible for leading sourcing and supplier management activities across key categories. This role ensures cost optimization, supplier performance, and supply continuity while working closely with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree, with 5-10 years of procurement experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401K with company contributions.