Mutares SE & Co. KGaA
Senior Manager/Associate Director Procurement (m/f/d) - Chicago
Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, Munich (www.mutares.com), as a listed private equity holding company, acquires medium-sized companies in special situations, which show significant operational improvement potential and are sold again after undergoing a repositioning and stabilization process. Mutares actively support its portfolio companies with its own investment and operations teams and through strategic add-on acquisitions. The focus is on companies with revenues ranging from USD 120 million to USD 850 million, across various industries. The aim is to achieve a clear value increase with a focus on sustainable, long-term growth of the portfolio company.
As we continue to grow and broaden our footprint, we are expanding our Operations Team in the greater Chicago area. We are seeking an experienced professional with a proven track record in
Procurement
- someone who embraces continuous improvement and brings an entrepreneurial mindset.
This role involves on-site work at portfolio companies located across US territory.
Your Tasks
Responsible for procurement activities and their corresponding strategic and operational development within the portfolio company
Lead the assigned portfolio team technically and disciplinarily according to clearly defined goals
Conduct price and value analysis and make or buy decisions
Identify opportunities across all external spend, map to improve the internal purchasing processes by generating tangible benefits to the company’s overall financial situation
Work closely with the Mutares Purchasing team to leverage any synergies across the wider portfolio
Your Profile
Successfully completed a degree in business, economics or similar with outstanding results
At least 6 years of experience in leading procurement improvement programs for manufacturing companies as well as knowledge of end-to-end purchasing processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with an entrepreneurial mindset and hands-on approach
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Business fluency in English, with the ability to communicate in a well-structured and concise manner
Willingness to travel up to 4 days per week (typically Monday – Thursday) and to work in an international environment
What Mutares offers
Work in a highly motivated, international, committed, and agile team that enjoys working together
Exciting work environment with varied challenges, strategic influence, and tasks for continuous personal and professional development
Flat hierarchies, fast decision-making processes, and room for your own ideas
Regular team events and offsites
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As we continue to grow and broaden our footprint, we are expanding our Operations Team in the greater Chicago area. We are seeking an experienced professional with a proven track record in
Procurement
- someone who embraces continuous improvement and brings an entrepreneurial mindset.
This role involves on-site work at portfolio companies located across US territory.
Your Tasks
Responsible for procurement activities and their corresponding strategic and operational development within the portfolio company
Lead the assigned portfolio team technically and disciplinarily according to clearly defined goals
Conduct price and value analysis and make or buy decisions
Identify opportunities across all external spend, map to improve the internal purchasing processes by generating tangible benefits to the company’s overall financial situation
Work closely with the Mutares Purchasing team to leverage any synergies across the wider portfolio
Your Profile
Successfully completed a degree in business, economics or similar with outstanding results
At least 6 years of experience in leading procurement improvement programs for manufacturing companies as well as knowledge of end-to-end purchasing processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with an entrepreneurial mindset and hands-on approach
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Business fluency in English, with the ability to communicate in a well-structured and concise manner
Willingness to travel up to 4 days per week (typically Monday – Thursday) and to work in an international environment
What Mutares offers
Work in a highly motivated, international, committed, and agile team that enjoys working together
Exciting work environment with varied challenges, strategic influence, and tasks for continuous personal and professional development
Flat hierarchies, fast decision-making processes, and room for your own ideas
Regular team events and offsites
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