Specialist Procurement Strategy Management IT Software (m/f/d)

In this role, I expect you to utilize your business experience to continuously develop our portfolio with a focus on IT software while managing supplier relationships. You will conduct market analysis, supplier evaluation, and monitor trends to identify price opportunities for our software and license portfolio. You will steer your own category strategy development, including supplier segmentation, budgeting, forecasting, and business case creation, focusing on supply security and cost competitiveness. Leading the implementation of procurement strategies is crucial, which includes providing market intelligence, setting negotiation targets, and managing supplier relationships and development actions. Regular coordination with Digitalization Units within the Coatings Division on market development and supplier improvement processes will be part of your responsibilities. You will build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure they meet quality and delivery standards, and identify as well as mitigate risks associated with procurement activities. This includes assessing supplier risks and developing contingency plans. You are expected to continuously enhance your expertise through research, training, and conference participation while collaborating effectively with the global team and international stakeholders to develop and implement procurement strategies for Coatings-specific software solutions.