General Manager Direct Procurement Sourcing Management

We're hiring a Manager to lead direct procurement sourcing with strategic vision and operational excellence. If you're a procurement expert who thrives on negotiating high-value contracts, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving cost efficiency, this role offers the impact and visibility you're looking for.

What will you do?

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and supply chain resilience
• Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier partnerships to deliver performance and compliance
• Uncover cost-saving opportunities and implement purchasing strategies that create measurable business value
• Partner with internal teams to understand procurement requirements and align sourcing activities with organizational priorities

What are the key skills we are looking for?

• Procurement Negotiations — expert level; leading complex contract discussions that secure optimal terms and long-term value
• Supplier Management — expert level; building and maintaining strategic partnerships that drive performance and innovation
• Contract Management — advanced level; overseeing agreements to ensure compliance and mitigate risk
• Cost Analysis — advanced level; evaluating spend data to uncover savings and efficiency opportunities
• Procurement Strategy — advanced level; designing sourcing approaches that align with organizational goals
• Risk Management — advanced level; identifying and mitigating supply chain vulnerabilities proactively
• Artificial Intelligence — advanced level; leveraging AI tools to enhance procurement decision-making and forecasting
• Influencing Skills — advanced level; driving alignment and buy-in across diverse stakeholder groups

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Strategic thinker who balances immediate results with long-term value and sustainability
• Proven leadership ability — you guide teams, manage projects, and inspire confidence
• Strong problem-solving skills with comfort navigating complexity and ambiguity
• Customer-oriented mindset that puts stakeholder needs at the center of every decision

What's in it for me?

• Lead high-visibility initiatives that shape procurement strategy and business outcomes
• Grow your career with mentorship, training, and opportunities to lead impactful projects
• Work in a collaborative environment that values expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Flexible work arrangements that support your professional and personal well-being

Bring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to welcome you — apply today!

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IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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