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• 2023 - Magna Electronics2018-2023 Veoneer Germany GmbH - acquired by MagnaI manage supplier selection, contract negotiations, and escalations to strengthen supplier relationships and optimize contract terms. I build.
• Continuous Improvement: Drove continuous improvement by demonstrating a problem-solving mindset and consistently delivering impactful results.
• Cost Efficiency: Achieved cost efficiency by developing comprehensive IT category business plans and identifying significant saving opportunities.
• Team Development: Enhanced team skills and contributed to team growth by mentoring senior buyers in the indirect purchasing team.
• Financial Stability: Strengthened financial stability by identifying financing opportunities and implementing strategies to improve cash flow.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Ensured optimal and seamless cross-functional operations by coordinating with internal departments, including legal, finance/controlling, IT, and managing stakeholders up to higher.

• Magna Electronics Germany GmbHIn my additional interim role I led the global sourcing for high-value and strategic sourcing initiatives, optimized contracts, and drove synergies during the integration with Magna.
• Procurement Leadership: Streamlined procurement processes by directing a team of specialists and overseeing all indirect categories across North America, Europe, and… Show more Magna Electronics Germany GmbHIn my.
• Procurement Leadership: Streamlined procurement processes by directing a team of specialists and overseeing all indirect categories across North America, Europe, and Asia. IT & Test Lab Equipment, Professional Services.
• Effective Negotiations: Ensured favorable terms and efficient resolution of issues by conducting contract negotiations, managing sourcing activities, and handling escalations.
• Strategic Integration: Drove synergies and optimized contracts during the integration project with Magna Electronics, ensuring a smooth transition and alignment with the new organization. Show less

Schweinfurt

Lead the IT purchasing team & activities within the new global Group - Hardware, Software, Services, SaaS etc Embedded SoftwareLead the IT Purchasing spin-off of the electronic Division (Veoneer)Several carve-in and carve-out projectsSpecial projects; Cross category tasks in Indirect ProcurementProcess optimization

Munich Area, Germany

• As the Indirect Procurement Lead at Autoliv BV & Co KG, I identified and achieved significant cost-saving targets by developing and managing a new function to oversee global IT spending, including embedded software. I.
• Cost Reduction Leadership: Led and streamlined new functions to oversee all indirect spending in Germany, ensuring… Show more As the Indirect Procurement Lead at Autoliv BV & Co KG, I identified and achieved.
• Cost Reduction Leadership: Led and streamlined new functions to oversee all indirect spending in Germany, ensuring significant cost reduction.
• Optimized Reporting: Improved reporting and stakeholder management by understanding needs and ensuring early involvement, leading to better alignment and communication.
• Procurement Efficiency: Slashed procurement costs by directing spending through RFx processes, vendor selection, and contract finalization.
• Strategic Planning: Enhanced decision-making processes by developing and presenting the global strategy plan and top management reports, aligning strategic initiatives with corporate goals.

Landshut Area, Germany

• I developed and implemented strategic orientations for commodities, established frameworks, and optimized global procurement strategies to reduce costs. I fostered collaboration with legal, finance/controlling, and.
• Cost Reduction: Reduced service costs by executing strategic purchasing of IT services and software development, leading RFx… Show more I developed and implemented strategic orientations for commodities, established.
• Cost Reduction: Reduced service costs by executing strategic purchasing of IT services and software development, leading RFx processes, contract negotiations, and frame agreements.
• Onboarding Efficiency: Increased onboarding efficiency by coordinating international local buyers and mentoring new employees, ensuring a smooth transition and integration.
• Process Optimization: Optimized purchasing processes, including ordering, ERP system integration, and interfaces, leading to increased process efficiency.
• Supplier Performance: Improved supplier performance and achieved cost savings by strengthening supplier relationships, selecting preferred suppliers, and leading negotiations.

Munich Area, Germany

• In my role as an External Consultant at Finanz Informatik Technologie Service, I managed and controlled the purchasing budget, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations. I collaborated with internal.
• Regulatory Compliance: Improved regulatory compliance scores by conducting thorough compliance audits and ensuring adherence to regulations such as KWG25a, MA Risk, and PS951.
• Cost Reduction: Achieved significant reduction in operational expenses by identifying and implementing synergies and consolidation opportunities within the corporate group.
• Process Optimization: Optimized ordering processes through SAP MM by leveraging SAP and BMC RemedyARS for detailed reporting and analysis.
• Operational Excellence: Directed IT services outsourcing and contract management, including management reporting and contract analysis, uncovering synergy potentials and driving operational excellence.
• Optimized ordering processes through SAP MM by reporting and analyzing via SAP and BMC RemedyARS.

• I conducted comprehensive market analyses, selected international suppliers, and implemented streamlined processes to enhance supply chain reliability. I managed the procurement of electrical production materials using.
• Department Optimization: Established and optimized the purchasing department in the Romanian plant, significantly improving supplier management efficiency and reducing procurement lead time.
• Cost Reduction: Achieved substantial cost reductions across departments by leading management reporting and group purchasing initiatives.
• Procurement Savings: Saved annual procurement costs through effective contract management, service tracking, and negotiating favorable conditions.
• Operational Efficiency: Drove operational efficiency improvements by leading the SAP implementation project in the Romanian plant.
• Project Management: Reduced project delays by assisting in the construction of new production facilities, managing authorizations, and monitoring construction progress, while also handling import/export tasks and.