Strategic Procurement Manager- IT, Mobility, Marketing and HR Services

7 days ago


Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States Wacker Chemie AG Full time
Job Title: Strategic Procurement Manager- IT, Mobility, Marketing and HR Services

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Procurement Manager to join our team at Wacker Chemie AG. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for providing functional leadership for procurement practices and facilitating continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct business tenders and lead joint meetings with stakeholders to review requirements, specifications, new or existing sources of supply, forecasts, and recommendations for reduced procurement spend.
  • Develop and implement negotiation strategies that satisfy the objectives of Business Divisions and Wacker Corporate Departments.
  • Negotiate and draft contracts and contract amendments, and research and understand market conditions, supplier performance, and economic forecasts.
  • Perform tactical tasks in SAP and prepare strategy and cost reduction initiatives for presentation to stakeholders.
  • Schedule periodic reviews, supplier visits, and attend industry-specific events.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or related discipline required; Master's Degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years prior procurement experience in a large global/multinational company, preferably within Chemical, Manufacturing Industries.
  • Excellent persuasive and presentation skills, strong analytical, financial, and research capabilities, and prior leadership role in contract management, RFQ bid process, writing SOW documents, commercial variables.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills, ability to communicate with all levels of management internally and external to Wacker, and good understanding of negotiation strategies and risk management.
  • Excellent and proven negotiation skills, ability to read, understand, and write legally binding contracts, and ability to work within a global matrix organization.
  • Subject matter expert level experience in IT hardware and software procurement categories, experience sourcing and developing/executing strategies in the following categories (Travel, Professional Services, HR & Benefits), and proficiency with SAP & Ariba Procurement Modules.
What We Offer:
  • Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.
  • Innovative and dynamic work environment.
  • Total Rewards Package including compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development opportunities.

We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our team. If you are passionate about procurement and have a strong background in supply chain management, we encourage you to apply.



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