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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end sourcing and procurement for professional services, with strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively. Proficient in data analysis and contract management, ensuring compliance and governance throughout the sourcing lifecycle.
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End-To-End SourcingNegotiation SkillsSupplier Relationship ManagementData AnalysisProcurement Governance
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Hard Skills
ProcurementSourcingContract ManagementMarket IntelligenceCost OptimizationSupplier SegmentationProfessional Services Engagement ModelsExcel ProficiencyData AnalysisERP Systems
Soft Skills
Stakeholder ManagementCollaborationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsAbility to Navigate Ambiguity
Tools & Technologies
SAPProcurement Systems
Industry Keywords
Professional ServicesCorporate FunctionsComplianceContract StructuresService Levels
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Join the Indirect Procurement team as the dedicated specialist for professional services
- Serve as the procurement partner for corporate functions such as HR, Legal, Finance, Marketing, and IT
- Own end-to-end sourcing for professional services spend across corporate functions
- Lead negotiations on pricing, rate cards, fee structures, service levels, and contract terms
- Draft, review, and manage contracts and agreements with professional services providers
- Develop and maintain category strategies, including should-cost models, market intelligence, and supplier segmentation
- Manage the professional services supplier base through performance tracking, relationship management, and continuous improvement
- Identify and deliver cost optimization and value creation opportunities, including renewal negotiations and demand consolidation
- Ensure procurement governance and compliance throughout the sourcing lifecycle, including approvals, documentation, and audit readiness
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, or a related field
- 4–6 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, with a clear focus on professional services categories spanning corporate functions
- Working knowledge of typical professional services engagement models (retained, project-based, staff augmentation) and contract structures
- Strong negotiation skills and a track record of managing supplier relationships and complex contracts
- Confident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence business leaders across functions and regions
- Ability to own a category independently while working well as part of a team, sharing knowledge and collaborating with fellow specialists
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and pressure in a fast-paced, international environment
- Proficiency in Excel and data analysis; experience with ERP/procurement systems such as SAP is an advantage
- Fluent English and German required; any other language skills are a plus
- Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a structured, process-driven mindset
Benefits
Comp & perks- High-visibility role partnering directly with corporate functions across the business on strategically important spend
- Opportunity to build and shape category strategy for a diverse and business-critical spend area
- Exposure to a global, cross-functional environment within Arxada