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Senior Expert Strategic Sourcing Manager (all genders)

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Zalando

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Berlin

AI generated summary

  • You must have 3+ years in procurement, a relevant degree, strong analytical skills, and be a collaborative communicator. Autonomy and a problem-solving mindset are essential.
  • You will lead sourcing projects, negotiate contracts, enhance procurement strategies, and support clusters with expertise, emphasizing savings and commercial improvements.

Requirements

  • Have a minimum of >3 years relevant procurement experience (direct, indirect, retail) in fast-paced organisations across different commodities and industries
  • We are looking for a generalist procurement professional
  • Proven skills by ensuring you can live Zalando mindset like Act like an owner, Solve things that matter and Think Big, Act Fast
  • You are used to working autonomously and efficiently in a highly self-driven manner
  • Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, sourcing, supply chain management, finance or comparable qualification.
  • You are analytical and have a problem-solving attitude with a proven ability to achieve cost savings, process efficiency or optimization
  • You are able to coordinate and manage multiple internal stakeholders with various levels of hierarchy and drive collaboration
  • Effectively communicate (verbal, written and visually), in English

Responsibilities

  • You will either support, lead and/or coordinate activities across procurement where cross commodity cluster orchestration is needed
  • You will be responsible to source, tender & negotiate for specific projects across any category e.g. Marketing, IT, Logistics, Professional Services,.. and deliver savings and commercial improvements
  • You will work in developing concepts that brings our strategic procurement capabilities to the next level, therefore you bring strong knowledge on strategic procurement processes
  • You will support specific procurement clusters when additional capacity and/or procurement expertise is needed
  • You bring first strategic procurement experience with a customer-centric mindset, project-management skills and strong analytical background

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Expert Strategic Sourcing Manager (all genders).

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Berlin.

What kind of contract is being offered?

A full-time contract is being offered.

In which job category does this position fall under?

This position falls under the Finance, Analytics & Controlling category.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include leading strategic sourcing initiatives, sourcing, tendering, and negotiating for projects across various categories, and developing concepts to enhance strategic procurement capabilities.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 3 years of relevant procurement experience is required.

What educational qualifications are needed for this role?

A Bachelor's Degree in business administration, sourcing, supply chain management, finance, or a comparable qualification is needed.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion in the hiring process?

Yes, the company promotes an inclusive hiring process and welcomes applications from people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, racial identities, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and disability statuses.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Benefits include an employee shares program, discounts on products, paid volunteering days, hybrid working model, vacation days, relocation assistance, health and wellbeing options, and development opportunities.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Isabell Engels at isabell.engels@zalando.de for more information.

Are applications accepted via email?

No, all applications must be submitted through the online form; applications sent via email will not be accepted.

Is relocation assistance available for this position?

Yes, relocation assistance is available, subject to prior agreement.

Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2008
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Zalando is a leading European online platform for fashion and lifestyle, offering a wide range of clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products from various brands. Their ultimate mission is to provide customers with a seamless and inspiring shopping experience, blending fashion with technology to create innovative solutions. The purpose of Zalando is to revolutionise the fashion industry by offering a diverse and inclusive shopping environment where customers can discover and purchase the latest trends and styles conveniently online. They aim to empower people to express their individuality through fashion while fostering sustainability and ethical practices within the industry.