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Head of Category & Partner Management - Procurement (f/m/d)

Company:Deutsche Börse AG
Department:Corporate Functions
Location:Frankfurt am Main
Start Date:immediately
Career Level:Professionals
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Your area of work:

The Procurement Section of Deutsche Börse Group focusses on strategic business partnering. We are looking for a Head of Category & Partner Management who combines commercial excellence, senior stakeholder management, and transformational leadership. You will shape Group-wide category strategies, advise senior leaders, lead strategic sourcing, and help build a high-performing One Group Procurement organization.

 

Your responsibilities:

  • Advise senior business leaders and build strong executive partnerships
  • Develop Group-wide category and sourcing strategies aligned with business priorities
  • Lead complex sourcing, negotiations, and supplier initiatives
  • Create value through cost optimization, innovation, risk mitigation, and sustainability
  • Manage strategic supplier relationships and performance
  • Drive procurement transformation, digitization, and continuous improvement
  • Provide functional leadership and develop procurement talent
  • Strengthen collaboration, governance, and a One Group mindset

 

Your profile:

  • Degree in business, economics, finance, engineering, or a related field
  • 10+ years of senior experience in procurement, category management, commercial leadership, or consulting
  • Strong track record in sourcing, supplier management, and high-value negotiations
  • Experience in international, complex, and regulated environments
  • Executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Senior track record in transformation, digitization, and innovation
  • Proven people leadership focused on empowerment, talent development, and performance

What we offer

  • International work environment

  • Hybrid work and flexible working hours

  • 30 days of vacation (+Christmas and New Years)

  • Group Share Plan

  • Flexible fitness offer with EGYM Wellpass

  • 12 days of work from abroad (*in EU borders)

  • Deutschlandticket, Job Bike & free parking

  • Free access to e-learning platforms, internal development programs, mentoring & learning budget

  • Free drinks and subsidized canteen

  • Childcare subsidy

  • Company pension scheme

How Does the Process Look Like?

Please note that the process may vary depending on the business area. The specific process can be clarified in the first interview.

Step 1
Your application

The application process takes place via our online application tool. Via your personal candidate profile, you may view your application(s) at any time, add or change personal details or withdraw your application.

Step 2
Screening

Once we receive your application, our recruiting team will carefully review your experience and qualifications. If we have any questions or would like to learn more, we may reach out for a brief conversation before moving to the next stage.

Step 3
Interviews

If your profile is a potential match, we'll invite you to interviews with the hiring team and HR. These conversations are a great opportunity for us to get to know each other better and typically take place virtually or on-site, depending on the circumstances.

Step 4
Offer

If everything aligns and we see a great match, you'll hear from us within a few days with feedback and the next steps, including an offer if successful.

Step 5
Onboarding

Once all formalities have been completed, we’ll be excited to welcome you to Deutsche Börse Group. Alongside other new joiners, you'll take part in onboarding sessions designed to help you get connected, settled in, and set up for success, both globally and within your local team and department.

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