Procurement Operations Manager

About the Role

Join a global leader in industrial and energy management at their Budapest Business Service Centre as a Purchasing Manager. This pivotal leadership role involves overseeing a substantial international purchasing team, spearheading operational excellence throughout the EMEA region, and fostering supply chain efficiency while cooperating with senior stakeholders in an evolving global setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a large Purchasing organization comprising about 6 to 7 Purchasing Managers and a total workforce of roughly 60 Buyers and Planners.
• Manage comprehensive purchasing activities ensuring availability of materials, cost-effectiveness, and strong supplier performance across manufacturing locations.
• Guide managers through organizational changes and business transformations to build a scalable and high-performing team.
• Standardize and enhance purchasing processes by implementing industry best practices.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts, including digital transformation projects and process optimizations within the Supply Chain division.
• Assist in deploying new supply chain tools and technology systems.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Planning, SIOP, Network Planning, and other cross-functional partners.
• Track key performance indicators and promote enhancements in on-time delivery, inventory control, and operational effectiveness.
• Foster leadership development through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and enhancing team capabilities.
• Establish and maintain robust relationships with senior stakeholders throughout the EMEA region.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Over 15 years of experience in Purchasing, Materials Management or Supply Chain, preferably within manufacturing.
• Demonstrated track record in managing expansive purchasing operations and leading managerial teams.
• Bachelor's degree is mandatory; Master's degree considered beneficial.
• Excellent leadership qualities, superior communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• A dynamic and assertive personality coupled with change management expertise.
• Experience in process and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with SAP MM is advantageous.
• Fluent business-level English proficiency.
• Willingness to undertake business travel up to 20–25% across the EMEA region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Kinaxis software is a plus.

Benefits and Perquisites

• Annual performance-related bonus.
• Private health and life insurance packages.
• Cafeteria allowance support.
• Hybrid working arrangement with approximately 40% home office allowance per month.
• Eyewear reimbursement program.
• Opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Employee wellness initiatives.
• Commuting and home travel expense reimbursements.
• Employee recognition and rewards programs.
• Long-term service awards.
• Discounts for employees and special offers with various partners including banking and airlines.