RATIONAL AG is looking for a Global Purchasing Processes and Digitalization Expert to shape the strategic development of our global purchasing function. You will contribute to process harmonization, efficiency gains, and the implementation of digital solutions.
What You'll Do
- Analyze the existing process landscape and derive improvements for a company-wide rollout, involving national and international process partners.
- Develop and implement global reporting for purchasing controlling with a focus on cost, quality, delivery reliability, and sustainability.
- Manage and optimize our existing Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) application.
- Drive the continuous development of system-supported purchasing processes within the SRM using KPIs and external benchmarks, aligning them with our global purchasing strategy.
- Conceive and conduct training independently, ensuring qualified user support for all global purchasing users.
What We're Looking For
- A completed degree in technical or business studies or a comparable qualification.
- Several years of professional experience in strategic purchasing, process management, or digital transformation management.
- Pronounced intercultural competencies and proven international experience.
- Ability to work independently, use creative freedom effectively, and combine structured, conceptual thinking with a hands-on mentality.
- A strong personality in dealing with colleagues and interfaces, coupled with strong customer orientation and a pronounced service mentality.
- Confident German and English language skills, alongside strong communication and moderation skills.
- Willingness for occasional business trips, including international travel.
Team & Environment
You will be part of the 'Processes, Digitalization & Sustainability' team.
Benefits & Compensation
- 38-hour week and 30 days of vacation.
- Flexible working hours and mobile working options.
- Attractive, performance-oriented remuneration and additional financial benefits.
- Excellent company restaurant and a meal allowance.
- EGYM Wellpass and bike leasing.
- Support for the compatibility of career and family, e.g., through RATIONAL children's holiday care.
- Regular team events, a summer party, and a Christmas party.
- Opportunities for internal and external further education.
Work Mode
This position offers a hybrid work model and is based in Landsberg am Lech.
At RATIONAL AG, the focus is on our applicants' qualifications – regardless of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation/identity, or social, ethnic, or religious background. People with diverse backgrounds are warmly welcome.
