Procurement Manager

Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und
-herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.

The Procurement Manager will develop and implement procurement policies and procedures, lead a team of procurement professionals, and ensure procurement activities align with company objectives. The role includes conducting audits, analyzing procurement performance data, and partnering with various departments to drive continuous improvement. Additional responsibilities include managing procurement documentation, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and presenting performance data to senior leadership.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Procurement Strategy
*** Develop long‑term and short‑term procurement goals.
* Create and implement effective sourcing strategies.
* Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency, and process improvement.
* Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships.
* Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and performance.
* Ensure procurement processes support company goals and business priorities.
** Supplier Management
*** Conduct supplier performance evaluations.
* Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service‑level agreements.
* Manage supplier relationships and resolve issues promptly.
* Ensure suppliers meet quality, compliance, and delivery standards.
* Source and evaluate potential new suppliers to maintain a diverse, high‑performing supplier base.
** Inventory Management
*** Monitor inventory levels and forecast future needs.
* Optimize inventory to minimize cost while ensuring product availability.
* Manage relationships with third‑party logistics and warehousing providers.
* Implement controls to prevent inventory loss or damage.
** Budget and Cost Control
*** Develop and manage the procurement department’s budget.
* Track and analyze procurement expenditures.
* Identify cost‑saving opportunities and implement improvement strategies.
* Ensure procurement activities align with financial goals and budget expectations.
** Team Leadership & Development
*** Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals.
* Set performance goals and KPIs; monitor progress and provide feedback.
* Foster a collaborative, high‑performance work culture.
* Develop training programs to keep the team current on trends and best practices.
** High‑Impact Behaviors**
* ** Strategic Decision‑Making:
** Applies strong critical thinking and long‑term planning to advance organizational goals while balancing diverse stakeholder needs.
* ** Effective Communication:
** Clearly communicates expectations, provides constructive feedback, and engages in active listening.
* ** Team Development:
** Invests in team member growth through coaching, development opportunities, and a culture of continuous learning.
** Qualifications
* ** Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; at least 5 years of experience, including 2+ years of people management or equivalent experience.
* Proven experience in import/export operations with supervisory responsibilities.
* Advanced understanding of failure analysis techniques.
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to derive insights from complex data.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel and CRM systems; familiarity with Google Analytics preferred.
* Experience with digital marketing strategies (SEO, PPC, SEM) is a plus.
* Strategic thinker with a test‑and‑learn mindset for continuous improvement.
* Ability to allocate resources efficiently and lead end‑to‑end improvement projects.

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:
· Paid parental leave, maternity support, and fertility benefits
· Flexibility and hybrid…