Sourcing Manager (SCM Software Engineering) | Sourcing Manager (SCM Software Engineering) (m/w/x)
Kirsch GmbH Personalmanagement
Job Summary
This role seeks a proactive Sourcing Manager specializing in Software Engineering Supply Chain Management to join a global market leader in the metal and electrical industry. The core responsibilities involve the strategic procurement of specialized software solutions, development services, licenses, and cloud services. You will be instrumental in conducting complex price and contract negotiations with both national and international partners, ensuring alignment with internal stakeholders and category strategies. A key focus will be analyzing the global procurement market, identifying suitable suppliers, and fostering strategic partnerships while collaborating closely with Development, Legal, and IT Security to uphold quality, compliance, and intellectual property protection. Ideal candidates possess initial professional experience in SCM, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with software development concepts and SAP systems, coupled with fluent German and English language proficiency. This position offers above-standard remuneration and excellent chances for permanent employment with the client.
Required Skills
Education
Degree in Economics or Computer Science, or commercial/technical training with relevant additional qualification
Experience
- Initial professional experience in Supply Chain Management
- Experience in procurement of software development or services (ideal)
- Experience in contract negotiation, price negotiation, supplier evaluation, and selection
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to undertake occasional national and international business trips; Intercultural competence required.
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