Cluster Procurement Head, Baltics & Nordics

Who are we looking for?
Knauf Gypsum Northern and Eastern Europe (operates in 26 countries, including Nordics, Baltics, Poland, Czech Republic, Romania, Moldova, Ukraine, the Balkans, Greece & Cyprus) is looking for Cluster Procurement Head, Baltics & Nordics, who will lead Procurement strategy implementation in 7 countries of the business, focusing on setting up streamlined Procurement processes in a complex manufacturing environment.

What should you do?

• Ensure the achievement of group, business area, regional and additional local Procurement targets in alignment with the Regional Procurement Head and the respective Country / Sub-Regional Head / General Manager

• Steer Procurement performance through defined KPIs and target agreements; monitor implementation and define corrective actions where required

• Lead the Procurement organization within the Cluster and ensure effective deployment of Procurement vision, mission

• Ensure implementation and continuous development of the Procurement Target Operating Model at Cluster level, including execution of GPS-derived actions, role clarity (in terms of responsibilities), organizational development, people and skills development and adequate resource allocation (in terms of capabilities and capacities)

• Ensure compliance with Procurement policies, governance standards, delegated authorities and relevant processes

• Drive transparency through Procurement-related analytics and reporting for the Cluster, as well as Procurement savings and Cluster synergies, including demand bundling, harmonization and implementation of saving initiatives in alignment with regional priorities

• Support the definition and implementation of local category strategies in alignment with regional, EMEA and CoE Procurement priorities

• Identify and prioritize value levers across the Cluster, including cost reduction, demand management, specification optimization and supplier consolidation

• Act as the key Procurement counterpart to the Cluster leadership team and relevant business stakeholders

• Ensure close and proactive communication with the Regional Procurement Head and BA / CoE Procurement network

• Foster close cooperation between Procurement, Supply Chain Management and other Business Partners

What are skills & knowledge required?

• Experienced Procurement leader with a strong track record in leading teams and driving transformation

• Proven ability to operate effectively in a matrix organization, balancing regional, cluster and country priorities

• Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence across different levels of the organization

• Familiarity with the Nordic region and its business environment

• Fluent in English language

• Strong cross-cultural awareness and leadership adaptability, ability to travel

• Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed teams with a cluster-wide mandate

What can we offer?

• An international working environment with a multicultural, inclusive and diverse workplace

• A development-oriented organizational culture

• Health and accident insurance package

• Other attractive benefits in line with corporate standards

• Competitive salary at the range from 4,000 to 6,000 Euro gross per month

About Knauf

Knauf is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, drylining systems, plasters & accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, paints, floor screed, floor systems, construction equipment and tools. With more than 320 production facilities and sales organizations in over 96 countries, 43,500 employees worldwide, and sales of 15.3 billion Euro, the Knauf Group is offering a range of career opportunities – in Europe, the USA, South America, Asia, and Africa.