Chain IQ Group AG

Recruitment

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for approximately 15-20 open requisitions simultaneously
• Partner with hiring managers to define hiring requirements, recruitment strategies, and timelines
• Source, screen, and assess candidates through LinkedIn and professional networks
• Drive recruitment activities for professional services, consulting, procurement, and corporate functions
• Coordinate and facilitate interviews while ensuring an excellent candidate experience
• Provide market insights, talent availability data, and hiring recommendations to stakeholders
• Maintain accurate candidate and requisition data within SuccessFactors Recruiting
• Contribute to process improvements and support adoption of AI-enabled recruiting tools and best practices
• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and hiring managers supporting business expansion in Germany

Talent Acquisition Specialist, 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Procurement

• Partner with Marketing, Communications, Brand and Events stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives
• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects, including market analysis, supplier selection, RfX processes, negotiations and contracting
• Analyse spend, supplier performance and market data to identify cost optimization and value creation opportunities
• Evaluate agency, production and event-service commercial models, including rate cards, remuneration structures and usage rights
• Develop and manage supplier strategies, preferred vendor programs and sourcing frameworks across marketing service categories
• Negotiate commercial agreements that deliver competitive pricing, risk mitigation and measurable business value
• Manage multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously, providing clear reporting on progress, risks, savings and outcomes
• Build strong supplier and stakeholder relationships while ensuring compliance with procurement governance and policies
• Track and report financial and non-financial benefits, including savings, innovation, sustainability and service improvements
• Contribute to the ongoing development of sourcing methodologies, best practices and category strategies

Marketing Services Sourcing Consultant

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for 15-20 concurrent vacancies
• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and workforce planning requirements
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates
• Conduct candidate screening, interviews, and assessment activities
• Build strong relationships with hiring managers and business stakeholders
• Provide recruitment market intelligence and hiring recommendations
• Maintain recruitment activities and reporting within SuccessFactors Recruiting
• Support recruitment innovation initiatives, including the use of AI-enabled recruiting tools
• Deliver efficient, high-quality recruitment services while ensuring an excellent candidate experience

Talent Acquisition Specialist – 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

• Directly manage IT sourcing engagements of varying spend, risk, and complexity
• Manage engagements across software licensing/maintenance, software as a service, hosted platforms/services, market data software and hosted platforms, telecom/networks, data center, hardware, desktop, and related IT outsourcing and managed services
• Communicate with business stakeholders to understand strategic direction, requirements, objectives, and priorities
• Shape deals and contracts to meet business requirements
• Assess savings opportunities and help clients achieve optimal cost reductions
• Develop and maintain IT supplier relationships and stay current on supplier products, services, and competitors
• Manage competitive bids and RFXs using automated e-tools
• Lead evaluation and selection across cross-functional stakeholder teams
• Draft and negotiate contracts and customize deal-specific commercial terms and conditions
• Follow supplier engagement, contract negotiation, and execution processes to ensure compliance
• Provide project status and savings reporting using Chain IQ and client tools
• Partner with global Chain IQ colleagues on coordination, supplier management, process implementation, and best practices

Senior Consultant – Sourcing IT

Office Coordinator

• Coordinate office operations and administrative activities
• Prepare and maintain operational reports, records, and documentation
• Manage visitor administration, office access requests, and workplace security procedures
• Provide administrative support in human resources, finance, purchasing, and general office management
• Monitor office documentation, supplier records, invoices, and payment-related activities
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and control activities
• Coordinate workplace services, technology requests, and office-related changes with internal teams
• Maintain relationships with employees, suppliers, and key stakeholders
• Support office projects, workplace initiatives, and organizational change activities
• Coordinate office supplies, facilities requests, and employee events

• Contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives, from routine renewals to complex procurement projects
• Support stakeholder engagement and manage relationships with internal and external partners
• Prepare and execute tenders
• Analyze supplier proposals and participate in negotiations
• Understand internal client needs and develop value-driven sourcing solutions
• Assist in contract negotiations alongside senior team members
• Contribute to sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives
• Manage supplier relationships and performance follow-up
• Work closely with the team to ensure smooth and professional project delivery

Sourcing IT

• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects across media buying, media planning, marketing services, and agency spend
• Develop and execute category and sourcing strategies that deliver value, efficiency, and risk mitigation
• Manage competitive sourcing events including RFPs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution
• Evaluate agency remuneration models, media investments, pricing structures, incentives, and commercial terms
• Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and cost optimization initiatives across media and marketing categories
• Build and manage strategic supplier and agency relationships to drive performance, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Support media transparency and governance initiatives, including audits and compliance activities
• Partner with Marketing, Procurement, Legal, and business stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business objectives
• Deliver clear reporting on project progress, savings, risks, and value creation opportunities

Senior Sourcing Professional Services – Media Buying, Marketing

• Foster effective collaboration and communication with key client stakeholders and colleagues across regions
• Develop and maintain client stakeholder matrices by category and location
• Manage supplier relationships for assigned suppliers
• Act as key contact for China locations on allocated categories and sourcing initiatives
• Perform spend and contract analysis to identify sourcing and cost-reduction opportunities
• Define and implement commodity strategies and sourcing plans for China locations
• Align local and regional requirements with global sourcing categories
• Lead and execute end-to-end sourcing projects within agreed timelines and quality standards
• Deliver assigned savings targets through effective sourcing initiative management, tracking and reporting
• Drive adoption of procure-to-pay (P2P) through sourcing initiatives and contract management
• Adhere to sourcing policies, processes and ethical standards
• Provide sourcing subject-matter expertise for client engagements and pitches
• Plan and execute projects across a dynamic, multi-client environment

Sourcing Corporate Services

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across Real Estate, Facilities Management, Construction, MRO, Workplace Services, and related Corporate Services categories
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand operational requirements and develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives
• Manage end-to-end competitive sourcing events, including RFI, RFP, RFQ, e-auctions, supplier engagement, evaluation, negotiation, and award recommendations
• Develop and execute commercial negotiation strategies optimizing cost, service quality, supplier performance, and risk management
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize Statements of Work, Master Service Agreements, and other commercial contracts with Legal and Risk teams
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers
• Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry innovations to support category strategies
• Identify and deliver cost savings, process improvements, and value creation through benchmarking, spend analysis, and commercial optimization
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance standards, regulatory requirements, and sourcing best practices
• Provide sourcing leadership, project reporting, stakeholder communications, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement