Head of Department (m/f/d) | Abteilungsleitung (m/w/d)

Landschaftsverband Rheinland

Düren, Rheinland, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jun 20, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role involves leading a diverse department within a modern psychiatric and psychotherapy clinic, overseeing approximately 60 employees across purchasing, transport, kitchen, warehouse, and cleaning services. The successful candidate will manage a significant operational purchasing budget of around €15 million annually and be responsible for tender processes (VOB and UVgO) as well as hazardous materials and waste management. This leadership position requires a strong understanding of complex public sector workflows, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to drive process optimization. The ideal candidate will be a fair, appreciative, and motivating leader, capable of diplomatic negotiation and assertive decision-making, while fostering cooperative social processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to make a significant impact in a healthcare infrastructure setting.

Required Skills

Education

University degree with a focus on economics, social sciences, or health sciences

Experience

  • At least 2 years of proven experience as a manager or project leader
  • Experience in process analysis, (re-)organization, and optimization of business processes in hospital infrastructure
  • Professional experience in fair, appreciative, and motivating employee leadership
  • Strong understanding of workflows in complex public sector systems
  • Experience in independently initiating projects and challenging existing structures

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Temporary position for parental leave cover. Located in Düren, Germany. Required application documents: cover letter, CV, proof of educational qualifications, and a current employment reference/performance review (not older than two years). For foreign degrees, proof of equivalence/recognition is required.