Global Senior Procurement Expert (m­­/­­f­­/­­d)

Drive procurement excellence by personally leading and executing high-impact transformation initiatives, while providing strategic direction across global procurement processes and tools. Explicit hybrid role: combines hands-on project execution ('doing') with leadership and framework definition ('leading'). Define a clear vision on how AI and automation can be embedded into procurement processes and tools to support Business Procurement and Commodity teams. Acts as a strategic enabler (not an operational sourcing role). Process & Tool Ownership Translate business needs into scalable process standards and system capabilities. Own and design end-to-end procurement processes (S2P / P2P). Define and evolve the procurement tool landscape with IT and BPR&Dx. Ensure global scalability and regional adaptability. Transformation Execution (Hands-on Leadership) Personally lead and execute key transformation projects end-to-end. Take full ownership from concept to implementation, final user adoption, and measurable value delivery. Act as a player & coach: actively contribute to projects while guiding team members. Ensure initiatives are not only defined but successfully implemented and adopted. AI & Automation Strategy and Implementation Develop and own AI and automation strategies embedded in procurement processes and tools. Directly lead selected AI/automation initiatives to ensure execution and collaborate with AI CoE in Corporate IT. Focus on enterprise-wide enablement rather than isolated tools. Deliver measurable improvements in Cost, SC resilience, TPRM, and Procurement related compliance management. Leadership & Collaboration Lead and develop a team with clear objectives and KPIs. Act as a role model through active management & involvement in key initiatives. Drive cross-functional alignment with IT, BPR&Dx, and business teams. Ensure stakeholder engagement across regions and local/regional procurement teams. Critical Soft Skills Influencing & Communication - Ability to engage stakeholders across cultures, functions and levels. Collaboration - Strong team player with cross-functional coordination skills. Problem-Solving & Adaptability - Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving solutions. Strong acumen in understanding the root cause of a problem. Change Management - Skilled in guiding teams through process and system transformations ensuring sustainable change. Analytical Mindset with Creativity - Combine structured thinking with innovative approaches.