Global Procurement Logistics Manager

thyssenkrupp Polysius is one of the leading suppliers of technologies and automation solutions for the decarbonization of the cement and lime industry and, increasingly, for other industries. With more than 160 years of experience, we set standards in the development of innovative technologies and services, as well as a comprehensive and customized service offering that enables sustainable and economical production. Our services are not only tailored to our own products, but also cover installations from third-party suppliers.
Thanks to close cooperation with customers and partners, we are able to meet the specific challenges of our customers and offer them optimal service. Lead and develop a global team of procurement and logistics professionals.
Develop and implement global supply chain strategies for sourcing and logistics aligned with business objectives.
Drive global category management and supplier strategies through the Global Lead Buying concept.
Ensure early involvement of procurement in projects to optimize cost and delivery performance.
Establish and maintain procurement regulations and operating instructions across all regions.
Ensure adherence to environmental, sustainability, and governance standards (ESG).
Preparing organization for audits (e.g., Oversee global supplier qualification, evaluation, and development processes.
Manage global purchasing processes, including inquiries, negotiations, and purchase orders.
Approval and release of sourcing contracts and logistics partnerships.
Monitor performance metrics, risks, and opportunities in supply markets.
Enable optimized ways of working (outsourcing, automation, make-or-buy decisions).
Foster cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Service, and Manufacturing.
You hold a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Procurement or a comparable qualification.
You bring extensive professional experience in international procurement, ideally within international plant engineering, as well as proven leadership experience in an international environment.
You have a very good command of English, both written and spoken, and solid knowledge of MS Office applications and experience with SAP-MM.