VP Procurement & Supply Chain Management

Position Overview

A confidential company in the Stuttgart region is looking for a Vice President to take end-to-end ownership of Procurement and Supply Chain Management at an international level. This leadership role combines strategic direction, operational excellence, and cross-functional influence across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall procurement and supply chain function across global operations.
• Design and roll out the worldwide procurement and SCM strategy.
• Strengthen category management and supplier relationship practices.
• Oversee strategic supplier negotiations and contract administration.
• Drive initiatives related to S&OP, inventory optimization, and working capital.
• Improve warehouse, transport, and distribution workflows.
• Build and advance KPI frameworks and performance management systems.
• Manage and develop both central and local teams.
• Work closely with Sales, Finance, Operations, and executive leadership.
• Shape and deliver international transformation and change programs.

Candidate Profile

• Several years of leadership experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Proven success in transforming international organizations.
• Solid background in category management and strategic purchasing.
• Strong expertise in supplier management and global negotiations.
• Experience managing complex end-to-end supply chains.
• Deep understanding of working capital, cost structures, and total cost of ownership.
• Excellent analytical ability with a data-led decision-making mindset.
• Experience setting up governance and performance structures.
• Leadership experience in international and matrix organizations.
• Business-level English is required; German is an advantage.

Benefits

• High-level leadership position with direct impact on business direction.
• Significant room to shape strategy and take entrepreneurial ownership.
• Visible role with close interaction with top management.
• International work environment involving global stakeholders and suppliers.
• Responsibility for key transformation and growth initiatives.
• Opportunity to influence structures and processes in a lasting way.
• Dynamic, growth-focused company environment.
• Competitive compensation package with performance-based components.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Long-term growth potential in a critical leadership role.

Additional Information

The employer name is confidential. The role is based in the Stuttgart region and is intended as an on-site full-time leadership position.