PROCUREMENT LEAD (M/F)
(Frankfurt - Germany)
Founded in 2000, Ivalua is a global leader in cloud-based Spend Management solutions.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Ivalua is a global company. Our employees are exceptional professionals who believe that digital transformation revolutionizes supply chain sustainability and resilience, and increases the potential for supplier collaboration.
Our leading cloud-based procurement platform is used by hundreds of the world's most respected brands. Our comprehensive, end-to-end platform enables companies to effectively manage all spend categories and all suppliers, increase profitability, improve ESG performance, minimize risk, and improve employee productivity.
It is our passion that drives us and our ambition to empower and challenge each other to create meaningful experiences for our colleagues, customers, and partners.
Learn more at www.ivalua. de. Follow us on LinkedIn
THE CHALLENGE
CONTEXT:
Are you passionate about driving innovation and ensuring the successful adoption of cutting-edge solutions? Join our dynamic team as a Procurement Lead and take on a key role in shaping our customers' procurement ecosystems.
THE ROLE:
In this role, you will work closely with customers, partners, and the product team to model complex procurement processes, optimize functional solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Your functional expertise is critical to improving our customers' spend management and ensuring their long-term success.
YOUR TASKS IN DETAIL
● Leading end-to-end implementations of functional workstreams (Procure-to-Pay, Sourcing to Contracts, Supplier Relationship Management) from project kickoff to production go-live.
● Introducing our agentic AI solutions by leveraging your deep procurement domain expertise and natural language (prompting and functional logic) to specifically tailor AI behavior to the customer's individual business context.
● Close collaboration with the Solution Architect during the design phase: communicating best practices to customers or partners, product demonstrations, fit-gap analyses, and full functional responsibility for the design document.
● Working closely with Solution Architects by sharing best practices with customers or partners, product demonstrations, and assuming full functional responsibility for the design document.
● Supporting partners during the implementation phase through design feedback as well as conducting configuration reviews during implementation.
● Taking responsibility for the delivery and deployment plan and ensuring a successful go-live.
● Configuring the solution and coordinating activities with other team members to ensure project milestones are met.
● Incorporating customer feedback to evaluate and further develop product features.
● Ensuring PMO (Project Management Office) activities and supporting change management initiatives to promote end-user adoption.
YOUR PROFILE
If you possess the experience and strengths listed below, this position might be just right for you:
Knowledge and Experience:
● Completed degree (BS/BA, MBA preferred) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a comparable field, or an international equivalent.
● At least 5 years of functional experience in Procurement, SRM, or Supply Chain.
● Prior experience with software or SaaS implementation projects is an advantage.
● Proven experience in managing digital transformation using leading cloud procurement platforms, as well as a strong ability to use natural language to control AI/automation tools.
● Experience in managing customer and partner relationships, leading workshops, and acting as a trusted business advisor.
● Deep functional knowledge of the entire Source-to-Pay (S2P) lifecycle combined with excellent project management skills.
● Relevant certifications in procurement or project management (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, PMP) are highly desirable.
Soft Skills
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire customers in workshops and build strong, collaborative partnerships.
● Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment and collaborate closely with customers and partners.
● Highly self-motivated, results-oriented, with an independent and flexible working style.
● Ability to coach or mentor colleagues in procurement and spend management processes.
● Very good German and English language skills.
WHAT ARE THE NEXT STEPS
If your application meets the requirements for this position, our qualified talent team will contact you to schedule an initial interview. Get one step closer to your goals - apply today!
Our talent team will guide you through every step of the application process - from preparation to completion. The team is here to support you!
Our hiring process is designed to evaluate your competencies through a series of personal interviews with internal stakeholders relevant to the position.
Interviews are conducted virtually via video or in-person.
LIFE AT IVALUA
- Hybrid work model (3 days per week in the office)
- We are a team committed to pushing the boundaries of product innovation and technology
- Sustainable company growth, privately held
- A stable company that has been cash-flow positive for 10 years
- Snacks and weekly lunches in the office
- Feel empowered to pursue your goals through improved team collaboration and increased creativity/productivity
- Unlock and reach your full professional potential with our exceptional training and career development program
- Become part of a dynamic and international team of top-tier professionals who are experts in their respective fields. Work with like-minded people who are passionate and highly motivated about their work. Experience a truly diverse work environment where your unique contributions are highly valued
- Regular team events, trips to competitions, sports team events, and musical activities
- Ivalua has been recognized by Comparably for the following ( https://www.comparably.com/companies/ivalua) :
Driven by people - Driven by you!
Our values unite us, and we are committed to diversity and equality in the broadest sense to create an inclusive workplace. To support our customers in making their supply chains more efficient, sustainable, and resilient, we rely on a global team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We believe in equal opportunity and in diversity as a driver for innovation. We promote inclusion, which creates a productive workplace that is fun and offers fulfilling career opportunities to all Ivaluans. https://www.linkedin.com/company/ivalua/about/
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