SodaStream: Procurement Strategy and Excellence Manager

Overview (English):The Manager of Procurement Strategy and Excellence is responsible for driving the development and execution of procurement strategies that support organizational goals. This role leads continuous improvement initiatives, technology roadmap and drives excellence through KPI management and performance optimization.The ideal candidate brings a strong background in process improvement, data analysis and decision making, operational governance, with the ability to align performance with business objectives.Responsibilities (English):Strategy Development & ExecutionDevelop and implement procurement strategies that support cost optimization, risk management, and value creationSet and lead technology roadmap for global procurementCollaborate with category managers and business units to align procurement strategies with organizational goalsSet a roadmap for strategic initiatives and work planContinuous ImprovementLead procurement transformation and process improvement initiativesIdentify inefficiencies and bottlenecks in processes and develop actionable improvement plansFoster a culture of continuous improvement and excellencePerformance Management (KPIs & Reporting)Define, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for procurement activities (e.g., cost savings, supplier performance, compliance)Develop dashboards and reports to provide visibility into procurement performance and opportunitiesAnalyze data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks across the procurement functionStakeholder EngagementWork closely with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Operations, etc.) to ensure alignmentProvide strategic insights and recommendations to Procurement leadership based on procurement analytics and benchmarkingQualifications (English):Education:Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or related fieldExperience:Minimum 5 years of experience in leading operational excellence – preferably in procurement or supply chain rolesProven experience in strategic planning and continuous improvementStrong knowledge of ERP systems and analytics toolsSkills:Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skillsStrong project management capabilitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environmentSelf starter and motivated