Senior Manager/Associate Director Procurement (m/f/x) - Germany

Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, Munich ( as a listed private equity holding company, acquires medium-sized companies in special situations, which show significant operational improvement potential and are sold again after undergoing a repositioning and stabilization process. Mutares actively support its portfolio companies with its own investment and operations teams and through strategic add‑on acquisitions. The focus is on companies with revenues ranging from EUR 100 million to EUR 750 million, across various industries. The aim is to achieve a clear value increase with a focus on sustainable, long‑term growth of the portfolio company.

Your Tasks

• Lead the strategic and operational sourcing of key direct and indirect materials, products, and services across multiple categories
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that enhance cost competitiveness, supply security, and supplier diversification
• Conduct market, cost‑structure, and price analyses for key spend categories with commodity‑driven or dynamic market environments
• Negotiate long‑term agreements with suppliers and service providers, incorporating pricing mechanisms, volume alignment, and risk‑mitigation measures
• Deliver tangible financial impact through supplier consolidation, process optimization, and improved commercial terms
• Partner closely with the Mutares cross‑functional restructuring team to align decisions and ensure effective execution of procurement initiatives

Your Profile

• Degree in business, economics, engineering, supply chain, or related field
• At least 6 years of procurement experience, including leading and developing procurement initiatives in an industrial, manufacturing, services, or consulting environment
• Solid sourcing and supply‑chain knowledge paired with a track record in complex contract negotiations and cost‑improvement initiatives
• Analytical, hands‑on, and entrepreneurial mindset with strong problem‑solving skills
• Business fluency in German & English & willingness to travel up to 4 days per week

What Mutares Offers

• Work in a highly motivated, international, committed, and agile team that enjoys working together
• Exciting work environment with varied challenges, strategic influence, and tasks for continuous personal and professional development
• Flat hierarchies, fast decision‑making processes, and room for your own ideas
• Regular team events and offsites