Global Business Process Expert Procurement

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Responsibilities:

• Procurement: Support and communication of central purchasing processes; further development of a global procurement organization; training and support for Procurement Operators and Commodity Buyers

• SAP S/4 Expertise: Active participation in SAP rollouts and continuous improvements in close collaboration with IT and other Global Process Owners

• Process Ownership: Further development and documentation of processes – from "as-is" to "to-be" – with a strong focus on the SAP MM/IM module

• Testing: Creation, execution, and documentation of template processes, change requests, and SAP S/4 rollout activities

• Training: Knowledge transfer to local teams through training sessions and close cooperation with key users and project teams

• Implementation: Ensure system readiness prior to go-live, support during the hypercare phase, and provide guidance during international rollouts

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams such as Sales, Production, and IT – both in day-to-day operations and in strategic projects

Qualifications:

• Education: Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field with a focus on Procurement or Supply Chain Management

• Professional Experience: Several years of experience in Procurement – ideally in an international, manufacturing environment

• SAP Knowledge: In-depth expertise in SAP MM/IM and related modules (e.g. SD, CS, PP), ideally gained as a key user or process expert

• Languages: Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken

• Travel: Willingness to travel within the ACEMEA region

• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of supplier management, P2P processes, process and project management, as well as excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills

• Working Style: Analytical, structured, and hands-on – with a solid understanding of project and change management

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.