About Mutares
Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, Munich (www.mutares.com), acquires medium-sized companies and parts of groups with headquarters in Europe that are being sold during repositioning processes by their owners and show potential for operational improvement. Mutares actively supports and develops its portfolio companies through its own investment and consulting teams, as well as via acquisitions of strategic add-ons. Our goal is to acquire companies with a turnover of EUR 100 to 750 million, aiming for clear value increases with a focus on sustainable, long-term growth.
Within our OPS team, we seek a team member with a proven track record in Purchasing, possessing a continuous improvement mindset and entrepreneurial attitude. This role will be based at portfolio companies across Europe.
Your Tasks
* Manage procurement activities and develop strategies for operational improvement within the portfolio company
* Lead the assigned team technically and disciplinarily towards defined goals
* Conduct price and value analyses and make buy or make decisions
* Identify and implement improvements across external spend and internal purchasing processes to benefit the company's financial health
* Collaborate with the Mutares Purchasing team to leverage portfolio-wide synergies
Your Profile
* Relevant academic background (e.g., Business, Economics, or similar)
* 6-10 years of experience leading procurement improvement programs in manufacturing, with knowledge of end-to-end purchasing processes
* Strong negotiation skills, entrepreneurial leadership, and problem-solving abilities
* Fluency in English, German, and another European language is a plus
* Willingness to travel approximately 4 days a week across Europe; proficiency in MS Office
What Mutares Offers
* Work within a motivated, international, and agile team
* Challenging environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth
* Attractive salary and flexible working hours
* Comprehensive onboarding in a supportive environment
* Regular team events and offsites
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity
Note: The job posting appears active; no indications of expiration are present.
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