Purchasing Director at Keller Executive Search

Berlin, , Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Dec, 25

Salary

183000.0

Posted On

22 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Purchasing Strategy, Operational Excellence, Team Leadership, Data-Driven Decision Making, Budget Management, Vendor Negotiation, Process Design, Stakeholder Management, Executive Communication, Analytical Skills, Financial Acumen, Local Regulations Knowledge, Continuous Improvement, Category Strategies, Supplier Relationship Management, Coaching

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

This is a position within Keller Executive Search and not with one of its clients. As the Purchasing Director in Berlin, Germany, this senior role is accountable for shaping purchasing strategy and delivering measurable outcomes across the business. The position partners closely with cross‑functional leaders, drives operational excellence, and scales processes to support growth. Key Responsibilities: Set a clear multi‑year strategy and translate it into quarterly plans with accountable metrics. Lead teams with a focus on coaching, psychological safety, and high performance. Consolidate supplier base and unlock savings via category strategies and SRM. Build data‑driven operating rhythms, dashboards, and continuous‑improvement loops. Own budgets and vendor relationships; negotiate contracts that balance value, risk, and speed. Design compliant processes aligned to local regulations and internal policies. Partner with Sales, Marketing, and People Operations to execute company priorities. Represent the function to senior leadership; prepare crisp updates and decision memos. To learn more about Keller, please see: https://www.kellerexecutivesearch.com/executive-recruitment-headhunters-germany-berlin/ Diese Position ist innerhalb von Keller Executive Search und nicht bei einem Kunden angesiedelt. Als Purchasing Director in Berlin, Germany verantwortet diese Senior‑Rolle die Purchasing‑Strategie und messbare Ergebnisse. Die Aufgabe erfordert enge Zusammenarbeit mit Führungskräften, operative Exzellenz und skalierbare Prozesse. Wesentliche Aufgaben: Mehrjährige Strategie definieren und in Quartalspläne mit Kennzahlen übersetzen. Teams führen mit Fokus auf Coaching, psychologische Sicherheit und hohe Leistung. Datengetriebene Steuerung und kontinuierliche Verbesserung etablieren. Budgets und Lieferanten steuern; Verträge verhandeln. Prozesse rechtskonform und policy‑konform gestalten. Mit Sales, Marketing und HR Prioritäten umsetzen. Die Funktion gegenüber der Geschäftsleitung vertreten. Mehr zu Keller: https://www.kellerexecutivesearch.com/executive-recruitment-headhunters-germany-berlin/ 7+ years in progressively senior roles within the relevant discipline; experience leading managers. Demonstrated success building scalable processes and delivering against OKRs. Strong analytical and financial acumen; fluency with data tools and business cases. Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills. Working knowledge of applicable local laws, standards, and industry best practices. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certifications are advantageous. Anforderungen: 7+ Jahre einschlägige Erfahrung auf Senior‑Ebene; Führung von Managern. Nachweisbare Erfolge beim Aufbau skalierbarer Prozesse und OKR‑Erreichung. Starke analytische und finanzielle Kompetenz. Exzellente Stakeholder‑Kommunikation. Kenntnisse der lokalen Gesetze und Standards. Hochschulabschluss; weiterführende Qualifikationen von Vorteil. Competitive compensation: € 150,000–183,000 EUR Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. Company culture: Flat management structure with direct access to decision‑makers; open communication environment. Full medical coverage. Leistungen: Gehaltsspanne: € 150,000–183,000 EUR Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten. Kultur: flache Hierarchie mit direktem Zugang zu Entscheidern; offene Kommunikation. Umfassende Krankenversicherung. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Keller Executive Search provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law. Commitment to Diversity: An inclusive and equitable workplace is actively fostered. Hiring, development, and advancement practices are designed to broaden representation and ensure fair access to opportunity. Data Protection and Privacy: Personal data is processed solely for recruitment and employment purposes, in accordance with applicable data‑protection laws (including GDPR where relevant). Information may be retained for compliance and legitimate interests, subject to data minimization and security controls. Pay Equity: Compensation practices are reviewed to support pay equity for substantially similar work, accounting for bona fide factors such as experience, education, and performance. Health and Safety: Workplace health and safety obligations are observed in line with applicable national and local requirements. Employees are expected to follow all safety policies and promptly report hazards. Compliance with Law: All recruitment, selection, and employment practices are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations in the jurisdiction of employment. Chancengleichheit: Keller Executive Search gewährleistet gleiche Beschäftigungschancen im Rahmen der geltenden Gesetze. Vielfalt: Ein inklusives und faires Arbeitsumfeld wird aktiv gefördert. Datenschutz: Personenbezogene Daten werden ausschließlich zu Rekrutierungszwecken gemäß Gesetz verarbeitet. Entgeltgleichheit: Vergütungspraktiken werden überprüft, um Entgeltgleichheit zu unterstützen. Gesundheit und Sicherheit: Arbeitsschutzpflichten werden gemäß lokalen Anforderungen eingehalten. Rechtskonformität: Sämtliche Verfahren erfolgen in Einklang mit den anwendbaren Gesetzen. Note: This job posting may be for a position with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. Employment laws and requirements may vary depending on the employer and location.

Responsibilities

The Purchasing Director is responsible for shaping purchasing strategy and delivering measurable outcomes across the business. This role involves leading teams, consolidating the supplier base, and building data-driven operating rhythms.