Erlangen, Bayern
4 days ago
Head of Procurement Category Traction and Auxiliaries (f/m/d)

If you really want to make a difference – make it with us

Siemens Mobility is a separately managed company of Siemens AG and has been a leading supplier in the field of mobility for over 160 years. Our core business includes rail vehicles, rail automation and electrification solutions, turnkey systems and related services. We have always been very innovative in making traveling faster, safer and more comfortable. Today, we need new solutions to new challenges such as climate change and rising populations worldwide. That's what drives us. That's why we shape mobility with passion, always being one step ahead. Through digitalization, we make infrastructures smart and create opportunities that get us from A to B sustainably and seamlessly. Our 39,800 employees are pioneers in mobility who help to keep the world moving.


What do you contribute?

In this role, you will assume the professional and partly disciplinary leadership of an international team (Germany, Austria, UK, Czech Republic, approx. 12 employees) with global responsibility for the procurement of components and systems from the subsystem Traction and Auxiliaries for rail vehicles.You will promote and develop your team to achieve excellent results in line with business goals.You will develop and define material field strategies with your team and cross-functional interfaces to optimally realize procurement market potentials and ensure reliable, quality and on-time material supply.You will be responsible for active and consistent supplier management in your area and thus define a high-quality supplier portfolio.You will ensure continuous contract and risk management and drive innovative negotiation concepts to achieve target costs.You will continuously identify cost and improvement potentials to permanently improve cost position and efficiency.


What do you bring along?

You have successfully completed studies in a technical or business-related field (e.g. industrial engineering, business administration).In addition, you have many years of professional experience in strategic purchasing.You have a very good technical understanding and enjoy implementing digitization topics to increase efficiency.You have expertise in quality and contract management.First professional or disciplinary management experience is an advantage.Furthermore, you convince with strong communication and networking skills, as well as goal orientation and assertiveness.Your motivating leadership style optimally utilizes the team members' abilities, and you coach and develop your employees in terms of continuous improvement.Fluent English skills round off your profile. German Knowledge is a plus.


What do we offer you?

Purpose

We are pioneers in mobility. At Siemens Mobility, you will actively contribute to the transformation of transportation and climate protection in a market of the future, because our transportation solutions reduce CO2 emissions all over the world.

Mobile working /Remote working

With us, you will have the opportunity to work hybrid. This means that you can work remotely to a considerable extent. We have officially regulated this through a company agreement.

Inclusion & Diversity

At Siemens Mobility, we're committed to fighting injustice and inequality. At our company, you will find an environment where you can be yourself and belong.

You can find an overview of our benefits here.


How do you get in touch with us?

www.siemens.de/mobility
if you would like to find out more about Siemens Mobility before applying.
www.siemens.com/global/en/company/jobs/faq.html
if you would like to obtain more information about the application process.
+49 (9131) 17 5243-0
if you would like to clarify further questions about the position via our applicant hotline.
www.siemens.com/mobility-jobs
if you would like more information about jobs and careers at Siemens.

As an equal-opportunity employer we are happy to consider applications from individuals with disabilities.

The contact person handling this job ad is Mr. Peter Wirbories.

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