head of strategic procurement.

• leading the development and implementation of comprehensive category strategies that drive value creation, cost savings, and risk mitigation
• analyzing market trends, supplier landscapes, and industry benchmarks to inform strategy and decision-making
• managing, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team of procurement professionals focused on strategic sourcing and category management
• fostering a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth
• overseeing the end-to-end strategic sourcing process, including supplier selection, RFQ/RFP, contract negotiation, and establishing strategic framework agreements for direct requirements and
  engineering categories
• leading the negotiation and establishment of long-term contracts and strategic framework agreements
• building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including engineering, finance, and operations
  teams, to ensure alignment on procurement strategies and objectives
• acting as the primary point of contact for senior management regarding category strategy and procurement performance.

The ideal candidate for this role has:

• master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business
  Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in a senior procurement role with a focus on strategic sourcing and category management
• strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams
• in-depth knowledge of procurement processes, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management
• excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  
  

As compensation, the benefits for this position include:

• competitive salary
• annual educational benefit for up to 3 children
• full administrative support of visa processes
• the chance to work in a dynamic environment abroad.

For more information reach out to one of our consultants:

Franciska Barbu - franciska.oltean@randstad.hu

Virág Kovalik - virag.kovalik@randstad.hu