Strategic Procurement Manager Professional Services (f/m/d)

Are you passionate about strategic sourcing and procurement excellence? As a Strategic Procurement Manager for Professional Services, you will drive cost-efficient, compliant procurement solutions, optimize supplier relationships, and support category strategies. Join us in shaping the future of procurement at Axpo!

What you will do:

• Develop and implement category-specific procurement strategies for Professional Services and other indirect procurement areas


• Conduct supplier analysis, market research, and sourcing projects


• Support contract negotiations and supplier relationship management


• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive value creation


• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and risk management practices


• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with business objectives

What you bring & who you are:

• Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field


• Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiation


• Strong analytical skills with expertise in procurement policies and risk management


• Effective communicator and negotiator with stakeholder management experience


• Proficiency in procurement systems (SAP, Oracle) and data analytics tools (Excel, Power BI)


• Fluent in English and German; additional languages are an advantage

About the team:

Our procurement team is a dynamic, forward-thinking group focused on optimizing sourcing strategies and driving value. We collaborate closely across departments to ensure cost-efficient and high-quality procurement solutions that align with business needs. Join us in shaping the future of procurement at Axpo!