Team Lead, Strategic Procurement

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. Develop procurement strategies, consolidate volumes, and realize cost-saving potential .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeBielefeld • GermanySeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic procurement, including the development of procurement strategies, supplier portfolio management, and the establishment of KPIs and reporting systems. Proven leadership in managing teams and driving procurement digitalization while collaborating across various business functions.

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Strategic ProcurementSupplier Portfolio ManagementKPI DevelopmentERP Systems ProficiencyLeadership Experience

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Hard Skills

Procurement StrategiesContract NegotiationCost-Saving AnalysisData AnalysisDigital ProcurementReportingDashboard CreationSupplier EvaluationStrategic PricingProduct Master Data Management

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingEntrepreneurial MindsetImplementation DriveCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsBusiness Intelligence ToolsExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Business AdministrationCommercial Training

Industry Keywords

RetailWholesaleStrategic NegotiationsProcurement Digitalization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop procurement strategies, consolidate volumes, and realize cost-saving potential
Personally lead strategic pricing discussions, tenders, and contract negotiations
Build and develop strategic supplier portfolios, including evaluation systems and procurement partnerships
Establish KPIs, reports, and dashboards covering volumes, prices, savings, risks, and performance
Further develop procurement processes, ERP, BI, workflows, and product and supplier master data
Provide functional and disciplinary leadership to a three-person team
Work closely with operational procurement, Sales, Logistics, Controlling, Finance and Accounting, and IT
Work closely with the Head of Procurement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Commercial training, a degree in Business Administration, or an equivalent qualification
At least 5 years of experience in strategic procurement
3 years of functional and disciplinary leadership experience
Experience in retail or wholesale with a broad product range, a large supplier portfolio, and strategic negotiations
Experience with procurement digitalization, KPIs, reporting, dashboards, and product and supplier master data
Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel; BI tools are an advantage
Strategic, analytical, entrepreneurial, and hands-on personality with a strong ability to drive implementation
Occasional business travel to suppliers, trade fairs, and procurement partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive compensation package, including a performance-based bonus
Modern office in Bad Salzuflen, North Rhine-Westphalia
Company car for private use
Flexible working hours and 2 days of remote work per week
Structured onboarding with designated contacts
Company pension plan
Company bike leasing
Employee discounts at numerous brands
Family-oriented company culture with regular team events and spontaneous barbecues
Personal and professional development opportunities
Career prospects: Long-term development with the opportunity to progress to Head of Procurement