Procurement & Project Manager Circular & New Materials (m/f/d)
For our client Covestro AG we are currently looking for a Procurement & Project Manager Circular & New Materials (m/f/d) at the Chempark Leverkusen site. The position is to be filled on a temporary basis for an initial period of 1 year with the option of extension and permanent employment
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About Randstad Professional
Randstad is one of the world's leading personnel service providers with the goal of becoming more specialized and fairer than any other company in the world of work. Through the corporate strategy "partner for talent" we find, promote and connect specialized talent with companies - worldwide, locally and always at high speed. We create powerful, diverse and agile teams and support each individual in achieving a successful career with equal opportunities.
Randstad Professional (formerly GULP) is one of Randstad's four specializations and focuses on placing specialists and managers in the future industries of IT, engineering, life science and office.
Your tasks
We are seeking a skilled Procurement Project Manager with a strong focus on market intelligence. This role will be responsible for managing procurement projects while leveraging market insights to drive strategic sourcing decisions and optimize our supply chain. This position will join our "Circular & New Materials" team within the Procurement department. This team is focused on circularity and sustainability.
1. Project Management:
- Develop and maintain project plans and timelines
- Coordinate cross-functional tasks to ensure project objectives are met
- Monitor project progress and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)
2. Market Intelligence:
- Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in the supply market
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of supplier landscapes, industry dynamics, and emerging technologies
- Create and present market intelligence reports to inform procurement strategies and decision-making processes
3. Strategic Sourcing:
- Utilize market intelligence to develop effective sourcing strategies and supply chains, partly for new feedstock streams
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on market insights
4. Data Analysis:
- Analyze procurement data to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for improvement
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track procurement performance and market dynamics
5. Stakeholder Management:
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and align procurement strategies
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and industry partners
- Present market intelligence findings and recommendations to C&NM Project Lead
Your Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on project management and market intelligence
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
- Experience with data analysis and visualization tools
- Knowledge of procurement systems and processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with cross-functional teams and in an international environment
- Experience in the chemical industry or related sectors
- English is a must, German is a plus
- Attractive salary and long-term job security through affiliation with the Group
- Up to 30 days vacation per year
- Good chances of being taken on by our business partners
EU working permit is mandatory
