Digital & AI Procurement Manager (m/f/d)

Your profile

• University degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Business Informatics, Engineering, Economics, SCM or related field

• Experience in consulting, digital transformation, AI, analytics, procurement or process improvement

• Strong interest in AI, GenAI, data analytics and emerging technologies

• Basic knowledge of Python, SQL or automation/analytics tools; familiarity with AI platforms and machine learning concepts is advantageous

• Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, SAP, Azure AI, OpenAI or similar solutions is beneficial

• Ability to translate business challenges into digital and AI-enabled solutions

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project and stakeholder management skills

• Entrepreneurial mindset, innovation focus, and excellent communication/presentation skills

• Procurement or supply-chain knowledge is beneficial

• Fluent German and English

Your responsibilities

• Develop and execute ALTANA's procurement transformation roadmap using digital technologies, data and AI to improve performance and value creation

• Implement transformation initiatives across source-to-contract, supplier management and procure-to-pay; increase productivity via automation, workflow optimization and GenAI

• Scale AI use cases in spend analytics, market intelligence and procurement decision-making

• Harmonize procurement processes, methods, tools and digital platforms; act as Product Owner for key solutions

• Build KPI frameworks, dashboards and analytics to improve transparency and decision-making

• Drive adoption of Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI and advanced analytics in procurement

• Lead cross-functional programs with IT, Data & Analytics and business stakeholders

• Develop digital and AI capabilities through training, change management and best-practice sharing

• Ensure compliance, governance, data security and responsible AI practices

• Identify and scale innovative procurement solutions with measurable business impact