Manager of Indirect Procurement (m/f/d)

About this role

Mission Brief The Manager of Indirect Procurement will lead the indirect procurement area and manage a small team of buyers , while remaining actively involved in the hands-on management of selected categories. Together, the team covers a broad range of indirect spend , including transport services , facility-related services, professional services, tools, equipment, trainings and other operational support categories.

This position combines people leadership, stakeholder engagement, and category management to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and compliant procurement support for the business. Your Role in Our Space Mission: Lead , support, and develop a small team of buyers, ensuring clear priorities, effective workload management , and strong day-to-day procurement support. , PO Q Oversee the team’s indirect category scope, covering areas such as transport services, facility-related services, professional services, tools, IT equipment, and other operational support categories.

Take direct ownership of selected categories, managing sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and commercial topics hands-on where required . Develop and implement sourcing and category strategies that balance cost, quality, service , risk, and business needs. Manage sourcing processes, including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs , supplier evaluations , negotiations, and contract awards. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring competitive pricing, reliable service levels, and continuous supplier performance improvement.

W ork closely with internal stakeholders to understand requirements , align priorities , and ensure procurement solutions support operational and strategic goals. Drive savings , cost avoidance, process improvements, supplier performance, and procurement KPIs. Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, approval processes , contractual requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. Qualification Checklist Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration , Supply Chain Management , Engineering , or a related field.

Several years of procurement experience , with a strong focus on indirect procurement and category management. Experience leading , coordinating , or mentoring buyers, project teams, or cross-functional procurement activities. Proven experience managing indirect categories such as transport services, facility-related services, professional services, tools, IT equipment, or comparable opera