Procurement Lead at ZEISS Group

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Category Strategy, Cost Modeling, Vendor Governance, Relationship Management, Negotiation, Commercial Judgment, Cross-Functional Stakeholder Alignment, Project Execution, Communication, Presentation, Integrity, Compliance, Attention to Detail

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

ZEISS in India ZEISS in India is headquartered in Bengaluru and present in the fields of Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care and Sports & Cine Optics. ZEISS India has 3 production facilities, R&D center, Global IT services and about 40 Sales & Service offices in almost all Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With 2200+ employees and continued investments over 25 years in India, ZEISS’ success story in India is continuing at a rapid pace. Further information at ZEISS India. Key Responsibilities Category Strategy & Sourcing Develop and execute category strategies for Real Estate & Workplace Services aligned with Zeiss global sourcing frameworks. Lead end-to-end sourcing for: Office expansions, relocations & refurbishment projects Construction & interior fit-outs Facilities Management services (MEP/AMC, HVAC, housekeeping, cafeteria, landscaping, pest control) Security services and office supplies contracts Conduct cost benchmarking, market analysis, and supply risk assessments to inform sourcing decisions. Deliver measurable savings and value creation while maintaining Zeiss’ quality and compliance standards. Supplier & Contract Management Manage strategic suppliers, ensuring consistent performance and continuous improvement. Drive RFP/RFI/RFQ processes, commercial negotiations, and contract finalization in collaboration with Legal. Track supplier SLAs, KPIs, escalation plans, incident resolution, and corrective action measures. Ensure suppliers adhere to Zeiss sustainability, EHS, data privacy, and ethical procurement policies. Real Estate & Workplace Collaboration Partner with Corporate Real Estate (CRE) and Workplace teams to plan and execute site development and facility upgrade projects. Support lease evaluation and negotiation for site expansions, new office setups, and renewals. Develop procurement project plans, track timelines, manage documentation, and ensure on-time execution. Stakeholder & Business Partner Management Act as a strategic advisor to Facility Operations, Engineering, and Business units regarding vendor proposals and commercial terms. Align procurement initiatives with financial targets, workplace experience goals, and operational continuity. Present sourcing recommendations, business cases, and cost models to leadership for approvals. Compliance, Governance & Sustainability Ensure full adherence to Zeiss Procurement Governance Framework and audit controls. Maintain supplier risk registers; implement mitigation and performance improvement actions. Contribute to Zeiss sustainability & supplier diversity initiatives, including low-emission operations and responsible sourcing. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (MBA preferred). 5–10 years of procurement experience with strong exposure to Real Estate, Facilities Management, Construction, or Workplace Services. Experience within regulated, high-quality, or technology-driven environments (e.g., medical devices, manufacturing, R&D) preferred. Demonstrated expertise in commercial negotiations, contract management, and supplier governance. Strong project management experience in multi-site / cross-functional environments. Key Skills Category strategy & cost modeling Vendor governance & relationship management Strong negotiation & commercial judgment Cross-functional stakeholder alignment Project execution in time-sensitive environments Excellent communication and presentation ability High standards of integrity, compliance, and attention to detail Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Manoj Badaik Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together. Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow. Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity. Apply now! It takes less than 10 minutes.

Responsibilities

The Procurement Lead will develop and execute category strategies for Real Estate and Workplace Services, managing end-to-end sourcing for various projects and services. They will also oversee supplier and contract management, ensuring compliance with Zeiss standards and driving continuous improvement.