PURCHASING COUNCIL MANAGER (W/M/D) COMMODITY COMPONENTS (CC)

Knowledge for the world of tomorrow.
At Siemens, thousands of processes take place every day where a wide variety of materials or products are ordered, processed, stored and delivered.
At Corporate SCM Pooling Direct, we drive optimized pooling activities for direct materials by leveraging synergies within procurement, maximizing competition, focusing on sustainability and intensifying collaboration with the best suppliers in conjunction with our global network and cross-functional partners.
To do this, we are not only looking for bright minds, but people like you who think creatively and have proven to be passionate about pushing boundaries and getting to the bottom of things.
You keep an eye on every movement from A to B, reliably check costs and deadlines, scrutinize quality and quantities.
Which adjusting wheel ensures better results? Can customer wishes be implemented even more flexibly? Your answers help us to become more efficient.
Your know-how makes us adaptable and agile.  As a  Purchasing Council Manager (m/f/d) for Commodity Components, you will be responsible for a global purchasing volume of around 300 million EUR in the field of Passive Components and Standard Semiconductors.
What are you waiting for? Let's shape the future of procurement together! Together we will shape the purchasing of tomorrow! These tasks await you.
Strategic pooling of demand.
 You organize and implement demand consolidation for various businesses, locations, and projects.
In doing so, you analyze demands, markets, and suppliers to define an optimal material field strategy.
Commodity Strategy.
 You are responsible for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of our strategy, implementing and measuring KPIs, and providing actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Innovative negotiation concepts.
 You develop and implement innovative negotiation concepts and strategies.
Global price and contract negotiations are part of your responsibilities, as well as defining concepts for risk and contract management.
Supplier management:  Together with partner functions, you are responsible for the complete supplier management.
You maintain intensive contact with internal and external partners and initiate top management meetings with strategic suppliers.
Monitoring and analysis.
 You monitor defined information and key figures beyond business areas and departmental boundaries, prepare them if necessary, and develop recommendations for action.
Sustainability:  You work closely with the supplier network and internal cross-functional partners to actively support Siemens' sustainability goals.
Digitalization & resilience:  You drive the further digitalization of processes and develop resilient procurement strategies for your area of responsibility.
Leadership and network building:  You act as a role model and proactively lead the transformation of the global commodity.
It is your responsibility to lead an international team and continuously expand the network.
What you need to make real what matters.
The basis of your success is your technical or business master's degree.
You bring extensive experience in strategic procurement or a related functional area.
Ideally, you already have experience and technical (product) knowledge around Passive Components and/or Standard Semiconductors and/or in cross-functional pooling/purchasing council.
You have a strong technical understanding, excellent commercial and contract law knowledge, and a broad know-how of relevant procurement processes.
Previous international experience, intercultural adaptability, and experience in leading global teams are desirable.
Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex ecosystems and networks within the business and SCM dedicated functions.
You have the ability to interact on eye level with Senior internal stakeholders and C-suite contacts on supplier side.
You are proficient in negotiation, presentation, and moderation methods.
Additionally, you have a goal- and strategy-oriented personality with high autonomy and assertiveness.
You are a creative problem solver, able to think critically and analytically to overcome obstacles and find innovative solutions.
This includes being able to analyze complex situations, identify opportunities, and make data-driven decisions.
Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken, complete your profile What we offer.  2 to 3 days of mobile working per week as a global standard Development opportunities for both personal and professional growth  30 leave days and a variety of flexible working models that allow time off for yourself and your family  Share matching programs to become a shareholder of Siemens AG Appealing Siemens pension benefits Find more benefits  here Individual benefits are adapted to meet local legal regulations, the requirements of different job profiles, locations, and individual preferences.  Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens.
As an equal-opportunity employer we are happy to consider  applications from individuals with disabilities.
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