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 & Execution

Develop and implement procurement strategies that support cost optimization, risk management, and value creation
Set and lead technology roadmap for global procurement
Collaborate with category managers and business units to align procurement strategies with organizational goals
Set a roadmap for strategic initiatives and work plan

Continuous Improvement

Lead procurement transformation and process improvement initiatives
Identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks in processes and develop actionable improvement plans
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence

Performance 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 opportunities
Analyze data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks across the procurement function

Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Operations, etc.) to ensure alignment
Provide strategic insights and recommendations to Procurement leadership based on procurement analytics and benchmarking
Qualifications (English):

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or related field

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of experience in leading operational excellence – preferably in procurement or supply chain roles
Proven experience in strategic planning and continuous improvement
Strong knowledge of ERP systems and analytics tools

Skills:

Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
Strong project management capabilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Self starter and motivated