Head of Scouting & Recruitment

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Job Description

Bayer 04 stands for attractive, top-level football – and not just since the spectacular national double of 2024, winning the Bundesliga title and the DFB Cup, as well as the Super Cup. For over 45 years, the Werkself (Bayer Leverkusen’s nickname) has regularly caused a sensation on the national and international football stage. Around 500 people now work together on the golden future of Bayer 04 Leverkusen Fußball GmbH – as passionate employees and fans. Do you want to be a part of it?

We are looking for you as soon as possible as

Head of Scouting & Recruitment Women (m/f/d)

Development and implementation of the scouting and transfer strategy
Identification, observation and evaluation of female players and talents
Management and control of the national and international scouting network
Creation and prioritization of player shortlists for the sporting squad requirements
Support throughout the recruitment and transfer process up to the point of commitment.
Close collaboration with the sports management, coaching team and youth development department

Strong understanding of football and experience in professional scouting with a special focus on professional women’s football.
Excellent knowledge and network in the field of national and international transfer and talent markets
Security in talent assessment, player profiling and potential evaluation
Expertise in the use of data analysis, video analysis and modern scouting tools
Leadership experience and the ability to develop a scouting team in a goal-oriented manner
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Negotiation skills and a professional demeanor towards external market players
Reliability, discretion and integrity in handling sensitive information
Strong identification with Bayer 04, the Werkself DNA and the further development of women’s football