Procurement Team Leader*in (m/f/d)
VoltStorage (Munich): Procurement Team Leader (m/f/d)
VoltStorage GmbH
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Procurement Team Leader (m/f/d)
Munich, Germany
Employee
Management, Team Leader
The Procurement Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing and leading the procurement team. This role will drive the sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management activities for the company, ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. The leader will play a key role in implementing procurement strategies, maintaining strong supplier relationships, and managing procurement processes to support company operations.
I'm Matthias, since Novmeber 2024 Interim CFO, at VoltStorage GmbH, a Munich-based start-up with currently about 75 employees. In 2016, Michael, Jakob and Felix founded VoltStorage. Our vision was and is to make renewable energy available 24/7 to enable a green, sustainable and fair future. As an expert for stationary flow batteries, we want to cover all application areas of stationary battery storage systems with our multi-technological approach and thus contribute significantly to the energy transition.
To keep our big project moving forward, I am currently looking for a
Procurement Team Lader (m/f/d).
Tasks
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company’s growth and operational goals
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, R&D, finance) to understand procurement needs and support project and product timelines. Ensure optimal support for productization roadmap
- Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, negotiating, purchasing, and supplier management. Ensure appropriate setup, data quality in ERP system
- Manage vendor relationships, ensuring strong partnerships and consistent delivery of high-quality goods and services
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate options based on quality, cost, and delivery timelines. Define and select strategic suppliers. Negotiate framework agreements
- Lead the procurement team (2), providing mentorship, support, and professional development
- Develop and manage procurement budgets, ensuring cost control and efficiency
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and legal regulations regarding procurement processes
- Track and analyze procurement performance, preparing reports and providing insights for continuous improvement
- Handle any supplier issues or disputes, ensuring resolution in a timely manner
- Lead procurement initiatives for special projects or key strategic purchases as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years of experience in procurement, with experience in a leadership or team management role
- Proven experience in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services, preferably in a technology or manufacturing environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop team members
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical skills and experience with procurement metrics and performance tracking
- Familiarity with procurement software and systems (e.g., ERP systems)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to process efficiency. Proficiency in German and English
Benefits
- Fixed training budget per employee
- Flexible working hours
- Unlimited access to over 4,500 sports facilities with Wellpass
- Subsidised Deutschland-Ticket
- Freely selectable further training with our partner Sparrks Coaching
- Home office possible
- Regular team events
- Above-average development opportunities
- Subsidy for bike leasing in the amount of € 25 per month
- Lunch offer by Bella&Bona
- modern, sunlit environments, generous break zones and an exclusive rooftop terrace on-site
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
Matthias
Updated: 4 days ago
Job ID: 13200451
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VoltStorage GmbH
51-200 employees
Electric Power Generation
VoltStorage GmbH is a Munich start-up that succeeded to develop an environment-friendly, safe and durable battery storage system for private homes.
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