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Siemens Process Automation is an innovation and technology leader in industrial automation, communication and sensing. In close cooperation with our partners and customers, we are the driving force for digital transformation in the process industry.  

Our Global Factory Network within Process Automation Business Unit includes 7 Mechatronics and Electronic factories in Austria, Canada, China, France, Germany, India and Romania with around 3,000 employees. 

We are looking for an experienced and strategic-minded Head of Procurement (f/m/d) for both our factories Karlsruhe & Haguenau. 

What we offer you

• Attractive remuneration package 
• 30 leave days and a variety of flexible working models that allow time off for yourself and your family 
• Share matching programs to become a shareholder of Siemens AG 
• Continuous Learning: Benefit from specialized training and daily challenges to keep your expert knowledge up-to-date 
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that values innovation and continuous improvement

Since each of over 300,000 team members feels that other benefits are particularly important, and we cannot list our entire benefit portfolio here, you can find more information here.  

The individual benefits are subject to regulatory, contractual, or corporate conditions. 

You will make an impact by:

• Leading the Procurement function for the factories Karlsruhe (Germany) and Haguenau (France), managing 14 direct reports and a total PVO of €290M  
• Being part of the Global Procurement Network to support and implement global standards  
• Challenging the status quo while closely collaborating with cross-functional partners onsite and within Business Lines to drive global optimization  
• Developing and implementing comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with long-term company goals, financial objectives, and DI Automation global strategy  
• Leading the identification and execution of productivity initiatives, negotiating favorable supplier terms and conditions, managing procurement budgets, and increasing productivity contribution  
• Establishing and maintaining strong supplier relationships, ensuring high levels of service, quality, and delivery performance  
• Identifying and mitigating procurement-related risks, including supply chain disruptions, compliance issues, and market volatility, while driving resilience through aligned material field strategies, supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management  
• Overseeing the development, negotiation, and execution of supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and company requirements  
• Streamlining procurement processes by implementing best practices and driving digital and agile transformation to increase efficiency and effectiveness  
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing procurement team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration to strengthen business success  
• Ensuring full compliance of all procurement activities with company policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards

This is how you'll win us over 

• **Education:** Bachelor's and above degrees in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or similar qualification; master's degree preferred. 
• Experience & Skills:
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in strategic procurement in different roles including at least one leadership role. 
  • You demonstrate real leadership characterized by strong communication skills, building network & relationships, open-minded, challenging status-quo and defining the framework for future oriented development 
  • Strong negotiation skills, ability to manage complex contracts and consistent track record of developing/executing strategic procurement plans. 
  • You have built successful teams through leadership, coaching - people development and diversity are your passion. You take your team with you through empowerment and leading by example. 
  • You fulfill the highest ethical standards, act with integrity, respect, and confidentiality. 
  • You demonstrate agility in your thinking, a growth mindset, and a personal lifelong learning mentality.

   

• Ways of working:
  • Structured: You bring complexity to clarity, with a sharp analytical mind and a structured approach to problem-solving. 
  • Proactive: You take initiative, anticipate needs, and move fast. You’re energized by making things happen and creating value beyond the obvious. 
  • Collaborative: You build trust quickly, communicate with clarity, and bring people together to drive results, regardless of hierarchy or function. 
  • Reliable: You operate with integrity, handle sensitive information with care, and are a trusted partner to senior leadership. 
  • Growth-Minded: You’re excited by transformation, inspired by what’s next, and ready to shape the future of automation with us.

   

• **Languages:** You impress with very good written and spoken English and German skills; French skills are an advantage

You are much more than your qualifications, and we believe in the potential of every single candidate. We look forward to getting to know you!

At Siemens, we believe that feeling valued and included is the foundation for doing great work. That’s why we aim to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, and where individual perspectives and experiences are celebrated. Our commitment to fairness and respect extends to every applicant. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from persons with disabilities. 

About us

The world never stands still. And new challenges arise every day. With a passion for questioning things, for supplying ideas, and intelligently driving things forward we are helping society move towards a smarter tomorrow. Be it with technologies that reduce carbon emissions in cities or hyperintelligent robots. This is how we are able, to tackle the most important projects and push them forward together. Help us shape the future.

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