REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is a prerequisite; other languages are an asset.
• Fifteen-plus years’ experience in Procurement Operations, Procurement Excellence, and Operational Excellence, with at least ten years in a global leadership role.
• Experience working in a global, multicultural environment within our or a relevant industry (Consumer Goods, Appliances, Manufacturing).
• Expertise in procurement metrics, performance management, and process optimization.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems and procurement content management (Master Data, Catalogues).
• Experience in strategic sourcing and supplier development within multiple countries globally.
• Capability to develop business cases and obtain support for ideas by creating detailed and workable proposals.
• Ability to seek, analyze, and support opportunities to drive change.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Emotional intelligence.
• Ability to foster a healthy team culture and inspire and motivate colleagues to perform.
• Consultative approach to enhancing critical relationships with internal stakeholders, generating mutual value for Franke.
• Functions well in ambiguity and cross-functional teams/topics.
• Willingness to travel to various Franke locations worldwide.