Head of Technical Purchasing (f/m/d)

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.Klüber Lubrication is a global leader in specialty lubrication and part of the Freudenberg Group. With subsidiaries in 30+ countries and partners worldwide, our custom solutions support nearly every industry - from automotive to food processing. Join us to drive innovation, sustainability, and lasting impact - Together beyond lubrication.Some of your Benefits Cafeteria/ Canteen: We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold.Sustainability & Social Commitment: We support social and sustainable projects and encourage employee involvement.Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.Easily Reachable: Easy, low-stress access by car or public transport.Corporate Events: We celebrate success as a team, because only together can we achieve our goals. MünchenOn-Site Klüber Lubrication München GmbH & Co. KGYou support our team as Head of Technical Purchasing (f/m/d) Responsibilities Leadership of the technical purchasing team at the Germany siteClose collaboration with international purchasing and specialist departments to align global purchasing strategiesShared responsibility for managing technical investment projects in close cooperation with Engineering, Production, and ControllingResponsibility for the global purchasing process “Purchase to Pay”Development and implementation of commodity group strategies as well as international supplier managementExecution of global tenders, contract negotiations, and supplier evaluationsUse of modern digital tools such as eProcurement, Supplier Collaboration, and Spend AnalyticsLeadership and active participation in cross-functional, international projects (e.g., digitalization, sustainability, CAPEX)Regular review and optimization of existing purchasing processes with regard to efficiency, quality, and compliance requirementsActive support of Engineering and Sales through purchasing expertise and strategic consultingQualifications Completed degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable fieldAdditional certification in Project Management (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, PMI)At least 5 years of leadership experience in technical procurement within an internationally operating companyExperience working with global supplier networks and in intercultural collaborationBusiness-fluent in German and English; additional languages are a plusProficient in digital procurement systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, etc.)The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.