Linde GmbH, Corporate Office Procurement Specialist Business Services & Travel (m/f/d) Pullach nearby Munich, Germany｜req22419 What you will enjoy doing In this position, you will lead the strategic sourcing process and manage various commodities, which support Corporate Headquarter Functions including Financial Services, Human Resources, Marketing & Communications, Tax, M&A, Internal Audit, Digitalization, and other indirect services (e.g. travel sourcing) You will lead sourcing efforts to create a competitive advantage through cost reduction, consolidation of global spend, improved service, reliability, and productivity for business stakeholder In this role you will manage Linde’s Corporate Travel Program suppliers with focus areas global hotel-, car rental-, travel agency and corporate card program and you provide information for maintaining intranet pages about business travel at Linde and conduct trainings for business travelers and assistants along the organization Negotiate price, terms and conditions and implement contracts relative to assigned commodities is also part of this position Furthermore, you will drive deals of medium complexity to successful conclusion without exposing new or unanticipated risk to the quality, timing, or reliability for the corporation (including collaboration with Legal department) You will prepare, conduct RFP's and analyze quotations, recommend supplier selection and monitor supplier performance Part of your activities will also be to conduct research to build superior market intelligence as well as keep current on market trends, market players and best practices with Category Management You are also responsible for the supplier management process with key suppliers and you drive continuous improvement and innovation through supplier relationship management By developing key metrics, forecasting and spend/save reports you are enhancing the understanding of terms and market activity You drive compliance with safety, quality, and productivity goals in support of leadership objectivess What makes you great You possess a Bachelor's Degree; Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Finance, Marketing, Business Informatics, or related fields are preferred. An MBA and/or a professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM®, CCMP) would be a plus You have gained several years of professional experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Sales and/or Business-related field and have a deep understanding of complex commodities chains You are a proficient user of Microsoft Office, SAP (eg SAP SRM etc.), JDE and analytical tools such as Tableau To be successful in this role, you demonstrate a sense of urgency to drive for results that have a direct and measurable impact and you demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with strong time management skills and the ability to handle multi-tasks and follow-through Acting as an internal consultant and engaging with stakeholders in various management levels is essential for the role as well as highly developed communication skills (verbal & written),an excellent command of English, interpersonal, organizational, and customer focus skills You can bring in a profound experience in negotiating commercial contracts as well as a strong attention to detail, time management, and the ability to meet assigned deadlines and combine this with strong problem-solving, decision-making skills and a “hands-on” attitude The role will require domestic and international travel up to 20% of your working time Why you will love working with us Thinking outside of the box, working on new topics and concepts, deliver great solutions to our internal customers is essential to bring success to our business. Our company will offer you a variety of possibilities to excel in your area of expertise. You will contribute towards making Linde an inclusive and diverse organization, creating innovative practices and fostering an environment that welcomes all differences – making Linde an employer of choice. What we offer you In addition to an attractive compensation package, we offer you many social benefits, such as an excellent pension plan, flexible working hours and a wide range of health care options. Furthermore, we support you with various offers to help you combine family and career and to support your professional and personal development. A good infrastructure and our company canteen, which has won several awards, are further benefits. At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless. Have we inspired you? Let´s talk about it We are looking forward to receiving your complete application (motivation letter, CV, certificates) via our online job market. Your contact person Linde GmbH, Corporate Office Alexander Bendel 49 172 3238028 Any designations used of course apply to persons of all genders. The form of speech used here is for simplicity only. Linde GmbH, Corporate Office acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.