Senior Manager Procurement Global Category Management | Ingenieur/in - Elektrotechnik

Job Summary

This role seeks a seasoned professional to join the Corporate Functions team as a Senior Manager for Procurement Global Category Management, focusing specifically on 3rd Party Intellectual Property (IP). The core responsibilities involve developing and enhancing IP license models (for software, hardware, and products), strategically managing the interplay between technical and commercial factors like time-to-contract and time-to-market. Day-to-day tasks include leading the global 3rd Party IP Category, driving annual strategy updates, managing supplier relationships with urgency, and providing technical-commercial decision proposals to business lines. The ideal candidate has over five years of relevant experience, a strong background in IP sourcing or management, and proven success in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with conflicting goals. This position is attractive for those looking to be a driving force in organizational strategy and innovation within a global procurement context, requiring a willingness to travel up to 20%.