Strategic Procurement Manager

We are the leading provider of software in the healthcare sector. With our vision ‘No one should suffer or die just because some medical information is missing’, we want to create a culture that makes a sustainable contribution to the future of our healthcare system. Our work serves the goal of improving healthcare by ensuring that the necessary information is available anytime and anywhere.We are seeking a forward-thinking Strategic Procurement Manager (IT-Hardware and Telecommunication Services)to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and support the day-to-day operational purchasing functions within our rapidly evolving digital landscape. This critical position will drive innovation, AI adoption, and digital transformation through effective collaboration with stakeholders and establishing high-performing supplier partnerships.Your contribution:Lead both Direct and Indirect IT spending, concentrating on IT hardware (servers, user-client PCs, laptops, networking, IT-security hardware, and licenses) as well as Telecommunication Services. Ensure that procurement practices align with strategic business initiatives and enhance efficiency across all departments.Oversee and support procurement processes, ensuring effective execution and alignment with strategic initiatives while managing and enhancing purchasing processes from initial offer to product delivery.Collaborate closely with product management, sales, internal IT, and other business units to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives, building trustful relationships with senior stakeholders.Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, translating business needs into effective strategies. Conduct tenders and negotiate favorable terms with local and international suppliers, ensuring compliance with company standards.Regularly analyze purchasing metrics to present clear recommendations, managing strategic supplier relationships and leveraging extensive experience to negotiate high-value contracts that foster long-term partnerships and drive innovation and growth.What you bring along:Several years of procurement experience, preferably in the healthcare sector, with focus on IT hardware; experience in telecommunications is an advantageStrong expertise in SAP MM (ECC 6.0 and/or S/4HANA) and advanced skills in MS Excel, along with confident use of the Office365 suite.Demonstratedexpertise in negotiating large-scale contracts and successfully executing strategic projects with renowned vendors of server, computer, networking, and printing equipment, including Dell, IBM, HPE, Cisco, Lenovo, and others.Strong solution-oriented and outgoing personality, capable of engaging daily with internal leaders to effectively optimize global procurement strategies.Completed degree in business administration or IT, with full professional proficiency in English and upper-intermediate proficiency in German; additional languages are a plus. Strong analytical abilities and familiarity with procurement management systems are also beneficial.What you can expect from us:Mobile work: Work flexibly on the move two days a week and on site three days a week. Attractive locations: In addition to fully equipped workplaces, regular events such as summer parties and Christmas parties await you at our locations.Development: Our in-house academy and our portfolio of external co-operation partners will support you in your further development. Health: Health is a valuable asset for us. Our in-house canteen offers a selection of tasty and healthy dishes every day and we welcome you to our fully equipped fitness-center for weekly courses (online & offline). More is always better: The kindergarten on our CGM campus in Koblenz helps our employees to organize their working day even more flexibly. We also offer corporate benefits, the option of a job bike, a company pension scheme and much more. ​Diversity is part of CGM We look forward to receiving your application regardless of disability, gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion, age, sexual orientation and identity. Convinced? Apply online now with your detailed application documents (including salary expectations and earliest possible starting date).