Strategic Procurement Manager (m/f/d) IT-Hardware & Telecommunications

.We are seeking a forward-thinking **Strategic Procurement Manager (IT-Hardware and Telecommunication Services)** to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and support the day-to-day operational purchasing functions within our rapidly evolving digital landscape. This critical position will drive innovation, AI adoption, and digital transformation through effective collaboration with stakeholders and establishing high-performing supplier partnerships. Regularly analyze purchasing metrics to present clear recommendations, managing strategic supplier relationships and leveraging extensive experience to negotiate high-value contracts that foster long-term partnerships and drive innovation and growth.* Several years of procurement experience, preferably in the healthcare sector, with focus on IT hardware; experience in telecommunications is an advantage* Strong expertise in SAP MM (ECC 6.0 and/or S/4HANA) and advanced skills in MS Excel, along with confident use of the Office365 suite.* Demonstrated expertise in negotiating large-scale contracts and successfully executing strategic projects with renowned vendors of server, computer, networking, and printing equipment, including Dell, IBM, HPE, Cisco, Lenovo, and others.* Strong solution-oriented and outgoing personality, capable of engaging daily with internal leaders to effectively optimize global procurement strategies.* Completed degree in business administration or IT, with full professional proficiency in English and upper-intermediate proficiency in German; additional languages are a plus. Strong analytical abilities and familiarity with procurement management systems are also beneficial. The kindergarten on our CGM campus in Koblenz helps our employees to organize their working day even more flexibly. We also offer corporate benefits, the option of a job bike, a company pension scheme and much more.
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