
Vice President - General Procurement
At SAP, we are seeking a Vice President – General Procurement who can bring their passion for procurement excellence and strategic sourcing to our global organization. As a key member of our executive team, the VP – General Procurement will be responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of our procurement operations.The ideal candidate for this role is an experienced procurement leader with a strong track record of success and a proven ability to develop and implement innovative procurement strategies. The successful candidate should have a deep understanding of global markets and a demonstrated ability to lead complex negotiations and supplier partnerships.The VP – General Procurement at SAP should possess a Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field, as well as at least ten years of professional experience in strategic procurement. An MBA and experience in a large, global organization is preferred, as is an understanding of core procurement processes and technologies.This is an incredible opportunity for a strategic, results-oriented procurement leader to join SAP and make a direct impact on our bottom line. If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we look forward to learning more about your qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee all aspects of SAP’s procurement operations.
- Develop and implement innovative procurement strategies.
- Negotiate and manage complex supplier partnerships.
- Monitor global markets and identify strategic opportunities.
- Maintain an understanding of core procurement processes and technologies.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and policies.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Analyze and report on performance metrics related to procurement operations.
- Create and manage budgets related to procurement activities.
- Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to procurement team members.
Or Related Field
Bachelor's Degree In Business
Finance
Economics
+ Years Of Experience In A Procurement Or Sourcing Role
Proven Track Record In Leading And Executing Global Procurement Strategies And Operations
Ability To Manage And Lead A Team Of Global Procurement Professionals
Outstanding Negotiation Skills And Knowledge Of Contract Law
Understanding Of Strategic Sourcing And Supplier Relationship Management
Experience In Erp Systems And Project
Budgeting
Risk Management
Vendor Management
Networking
Problem Solving
Forecasting
Leadership
Decision Making
Sourcing
Compliance
Contracting
Business acumen
Cost reduction
Negotiating
Analyzing
Communication
Leadership
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
creativity
Organization
Critical thinking
collaboration
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Vice President - General Procurement in Walldorf, Germany is between €88,000 and €202,000. This range may vary depending on the size of the company, the industry, the location, the experience of the individual, and other factors.
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SAP is a multinational software company based in Walldorf, Baden-Württemberg. It develops enterprise software to manage business operations and customer relations. The company is the world's leading enterprise resource planning (ERP) software vendor.

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