Procurement Manager

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Job Description

Albemarle Germany GmbH employs more than 700 people in two plants in Germany. Its operating units are part of the Albemarle Group's global specialties organization. The Albemarle Group is a world-leading manufacturer of lithium compounds and a major producer of lithium raw materials. The Albemarle Group employs over 9,000 people worldwide. Other business areas include bromine and bromine-based products as well as catalysts, which are produced and sold under the Ketjen brand. In addition to Germany, production sites include the USA, the Netherlands, Jordan, Chile, Taiwan, Australia and China.

For our Langelsheim production site, we are looking for a

EU Procurement Manager (m/f/d)

for the Supply Chain department as soon as possible.

Our global procurement organization includes the following areas:

(1) Category Management focuses on creating long-term and sustainable value for the company

(2) Procurement Operations offers support and advice to our stakeholders in the business areas

(3) Data Analytics is responsible for process excellence and technology implementation to drive best practices in procurement

Main tasks

The Procurement Manager is responsible for strategic & regional procurement, as well as supplier management of raw materials and indirect materials required to support Albemarle's lithium production operations in Germany. The position holder primarily works closely with the site management and the global supply chain team with the aim of defining and implementing a procurement strategy for local and globally used direct and indirect materials. The Procurement Manager has one direct report supporting indirect material procurement.

The position holder is responsible for the following tasks

• Define, optimize and implement procurement and raw material supply strategies for our production facility in Langelsheim

• Ensure long-term raw material supply strategies at optimal quality, cost and risk profiles, according to forecast production needs, using responsible procurement and supplier management processes (e.g. procurement planning, tenders, negotiations, e-procurement, strategic collaboration)

• Work with product management, product development and production to identify, qualify and secure raw materials in a timely manner and review current material specifications and supplies while identifying alternatives to avoid sole procurement

• Plan and execute supplier negotiations and supplier management

• Ensure effective risk management across the entire supply and vendor base through sound contract management and monitoring on-time, complete and specified material deliveries

• Maintain optimal inventory management (balancing reliable operations, strategic supplier integration and working capital optimization), financial, logistics and sustainability metrics and other KPIs. Implement corrective actions as required

• Act as a liaison between the Global Business Unit and local stakeholders and suppliers on changing business requirements (e.g. specifications, volume changes, etc.) and their impact on category/material strategies

• Identify opportunities and barriers related to local and regional strategies and proactively identify alternative strategies where necessary

Your profile

• Completed business or technical degree

• At least 6 years of experience in strategic procurement, procurement management of industrial production materials, with knowledge of the most important procurement processes, category management, strategic procurement, negotiation and contract management

• Ability to interact with different management levels internally and externally

• Strong skills in project management, prioritization and decision-making

• Fluent German and English

• Comprehensive knowledge of SAP and the MS Office package

What You Can Expect from Us:

• Attractive remuneration depending on individual qualifications and professional experience as well as a company pension plan

• We also offer you annual special payments, such as holiday/Christmas bonuses, 30 days' holiday and much more

• Flexible working time models, company health management, employer-financed additional care insurance, canteen and free parking

• Systematic training by experienced team members and external courses is a matter of course for us

• With us you can expect a varied and interesting area of ​​responsibility in a large international company as well as a collegial working atmosphere

Are You Interested?

Then please apply only via our application portal Workday with your complete application documents (cover letter, current CV and certificates) stating the reference number REQ-26962.

Please Note you should submit your application in English.

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Benefits of Joining Albemarle

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package

• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.