Cluster Procurement Lead SWE

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the cluster procurement strategy aligned with global and regional objectives
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier innovation, and process improvements
• Implement global category strategies across all countries in the cluster, ensuring full and consistent deployment
• Execute global sourcing strategies in close collaboration with HQ Category Managers
• Implement global procurement policies, processes, and governance requirements across the cluster
• Provide market intelligence, risk insights, and cluster-level data to support global strategy development
• Lead supplier sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and performance management within the cluster
• Ensure alignment with global supplier governance, sustainability requirements, and risk management frameworks
• Ensure consistent application of procurement processes, tools, and documentation standards across all countries/sites
• Oversee cluster-level spend reporting, demand planning, and procurement analytics
• Lead and develop the cluster procurement team, ensuring strong performance and capability growth
• Lead and support the country-level procurement teams, ensuring consistent strategic execution and compliance
• Oversee day-to-day operative procurement activities at cluster and country levels

Qualificiations

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 7–10+ years of progressive procurement experience, including multi-country or multi-site leadership roles
• Strong experience in collaborating with Category Managers
• Proven track record executing global sourcing strategies and leading supplier negotiations
• Deep understanding of procurement governance, policy implementation, and compliance frameworks
• Proficiency in procurement systems (SAP, Coupa, Ariba, etc.)
• Strategic and analytical mindset
• Leadership in multi-country environments
• Matrix and stakeholder management
• Supplier relationship and performance management
• Compliance, risk management, and governance discipline
• Continuous improvement and change leadership
• Strong communication and influencing skills