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Avnet

Global technology distribution and solutions provider

Manager IT Administration

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePoing, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A successfully completed degree in Business Administration, Business Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable qualification.
  • At least 6 years of professional experience in strategic purchasing, procurement, or vendor management.
  • At least 2 years of experience in a leadership position.
  • Demonstrated experience negotiating and managing complex contracts and managing international suppliers.
  • Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, procurement processes, and cost management.
  • Experience in IT procurement, ideally covering hardware, software, telecommunications, and managed services.
  • Strong analytical skills and experience conducting market, supplier, and spend analyses.
  • Confidently manage budgets, compliance requirements, and contract risks.
  • Business-fluent German and English, spoken and written.
  • Work independently in a solution-oriented and proactive manner.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Think strategically and maintain a strong focus on results.
  • Demonstrate social competence and collaborate effectively as a team player.
  • Show assertiveness and confidence with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Set priorities in a dynamic international environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Procurement team functionally and disciplinarily, and manage its operational and financial activities.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously optimize procurement strategies and purchasing processes across EMEA.
  • Manage procurement of IT hardware, software, services, data lines, and technical equipment for internal company use.
  • Negotiate, draft, and administer supplier and service contracts in accordance with business, legal, and regulatory requirements.
  • Secure optimal contract terms, cost structures, and volume discounts through supplier management.
  • Develop and implement programs, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency, standardization, and cost savings through strategic sourcing.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and use and develop preferred supplier programs.
  • Conduct market, supplier, and spend analyses to identify optimization and savings opportunities, and continuously monitor markets and prepare benchmarks.
  • Manage IT asset management in EMEA and global processes within the Farnell organization.
  • Manage IT contracts in the EMEA region.
  • Manage internal IT cost allocation through the Activity Based Management model.
  • Work with national and international stakeholders and present concepts and results to management and executives.
  • Manage risks relating to finance, audit, compliance, and legal matters.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in IT procurement covering hardware, software, telecommunications, and managed services is preferred.

About the Company

Avnet

Global technology distribution and solutions provider

Avnet is a global technology distributor that connects electronics component makers with customers around the world. It sources and distributes parts and offers design-in support, supply chain management, logistics, and systems integration to help bring products to market. The company stands out with its long history since 1921, large supplier and customer networks, and wide global reach, enabling end-to-end distribution and services at scale. Its goal is to help technology makers move from idea to product quickly and reliably through a globally integrated platform.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Tempe, AZ
Founded
1921

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