Head of Strategic Procurement (f/m/d) Sustainable Energy Systems

A Snapshot of Your Day

As Head of Strategic Procurement, Sustainable Energy Systems within our Business Area, Transformation of Industries, you will be responsible for the development of supply chains, procurement strategies and supplier relationship management to contribute to the growth and success of Siemens Energy while creating additional value beyond classical cost-out.

• Drive and be key element of the H2 growth business, including other emerging technologies, in Siemens Energy together with a global team of approx. 10 Strategic Procurement Specialists (Commodity Managers) with an expected growing spend year over year
• Report directly to the Head of Commodity Management of Siemens Energy business area "Transformation of Industry and be part of the Global Corporate Commodity extended Leadership team
• Define competency requirements and take action in case of gaps; develop and implement career paths planning for all employees including personal feedback, necessary trainings and proactive development into other functions
• Develop and implement resilient supply chains and procurement strategies and resulting Framework Agreements based on business requirements and in close collaboration with the business and external partners (Supplier relationship management)
• Define and implement productivity programs/ measures to achieve the maximum contribution to the targets
• Collaborate with internal collaborators & customers for problem solving, practice sharing and continuous improvement as well as partner with business leaders to resolve current and future sourcing needs, design sourcing approach, and supervise ongoing effectiveness

• University degree in a technical or business-related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Procurement or related roles, especially in product and project or similar expertise in technical functions
• Proven success in managing teams including attract, develop, and retain talent: lead career planning and development, mentor high-potential sourcing professionals, ensure adequate training is available, and take other actions to promote a positive work environment
• Recognized change agent who has led organizational transformations
• Proven capability to negotiate and to operate in different cultures & significant experience in working with a global supplier base, in a functional matrix environment
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and partner management skills fluently in English and German
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 40% of time

About the Team

In our Business Functions we enable our organization to reach their targets by providing best-in class services and solutions in the areas of IT, HR, Finance, Real Estate, Strategy & Technology and more.

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we're also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

• In addition to an attractive remuneration package in line with the market, you can expect an attractive employer-financed company pension scheme
• We also offer the opportunity to become a Siemens Energy shareholder
• We offer our employees the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely, and our inspiring offices provide space for collaboration and creativity
• The professional and personal development of our employees is very important to us. We provide them with the opportunities to learn and develop in a self-determined way, various attractive programmes and learning materials are available for this purpose
• In relation to the "compatibility of family and work", we have a wide range of offers, e.g. flexible working time models, childcare places at many locations, the possibility of trial part-time work or even a sabbatical

We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.

https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs