Sourcing Manager for Technical Goods & Services

 

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

 

Sourcing Manager for Technical Goods & Services 

 

You make smart deals for us. We make sure joining Bayer is a smart deal for you.
  

What is in the deal for you:

• Be part of a new beginning. We are in the process of building a new team in Procurement focused on Sourcing capability and you can be part of it and learn a profession from scratch
• Make global connections that feel local. Our hubs bring together multicultural teams in flexible work set ups where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated.
• Enjoy purpose with autonomy. In our DSO (Dynamic Shared Ownership) model, you're empowered to act, shape decisions, and take real ownership. Buying better means making an impact and improving access to health and nutrition.
• Experience a culture that values curiosity and collaboration. Learn, grow, experiment and have people around you who make work feel fun.

 

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Sourcing: Lead all sourcing activities with external suppliers, communicate supply constraints, and support strategic initiatives in collaboration with Procurement Category Leads.
• Supplier Management: Manage supplier relationships, create robust supply agreements, and leverage market intelligence to mitigate risks and drive competitive advantage.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, set joint targets, and provide procurement expertise.

What you bring 

 

• Educational Background: Master’s degree in science or engineering
• Experience: Several years of experience in the area of Capital Expenditure project sourcing (i.e. engineering, equipment) ideally in the Life Sciences industry   
• Technical Skills: Ideally experience in procurement systems (e.g. Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Languages: Excellent proficiency in English is required; other languages are an advantage such German

What else?

• You thrive in team settings and believe that great ideas come from collaboration.
• You see challenges as opportunities and think outside the box to find solutions.
• You articulate your thoughts clearly and make complex topics easy to understand.
• You trust your gut, but you check it against the numbers.
• You see the big picture. You think in impact, not just input.
• You negotiate with confidence and listen with intent.
• You lead by empowering others not by owning every decision.

 

What we offer

Guided by our mission “Health for all, Hunger for none”, we deliver breakthrough innovations in healthcare and agriculture. If you’re looking to build a meaningful career in a community of creative and diverse people dedicated to making a difference, join us!

 

We offer you: 

 

• Flexible & hybrid work model.
• Career development & learning opportunities.
• Work-life balance for your physical & mental wellbeing.
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