Senior Procurement Consultant focused on Category Management, Cost-Out and Procurement Transformation.
Aktualisiert am 05.06.2026
Profil
Freiberufler / Selbstständiger
Remote-Arbeit
Verfügbar ab: 05.06.2026
Verfügbar zu: 100%
davon vor Ort: 100%
Category Management
Procurement Transformation
Strategic Sourcing
MRO
Indirect Procurement
Direct Procurement
Supplier Consolidation
Supplier Relationship Management
RFP / RFQ Management
TCO Analysis
Spend Analysis
Contract Negotiation
Interim Procurement Management
Procurement Project Management
Category Strategy Development
Multi-Site Procurement Coordination
Automotive Procurement
Mechanical Engineering Procurement
Electrical Engineering Procurement
C-Level Reporting
Procurement Capability Building
Cost-Out / Spend Optimization
Material Standardization
Englisch
Verhandlungssicher
Deutsch
Muttersprache
Portugiesisch
Grundkenntnisse

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
Weltweit verfügbar
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

11 Monate
2024-08 - 2025-06

Increase efficiency of indirect procurement

Oversaw several indirect category workstreams within a European transformation project for a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in injection-molded components.


OBJECTIVES

  • Increase efficiency of indirect procurement
  • Leverage synergies across European sites
  • Provide on-the-job training for category managers
  • Organize supplier events and prepare negotiation teams
  • Develop category strategies
  • Report project progress and results to top management


ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Exceeded savings targets beyond initial project objectives
  • Led consultant team as project lead in a matrix organization
  • Enhanced capabilities and skill level of the procurement department
  • Drove transformation from transactional purchasing to category management
  • Implemented systematic savings tracking and reporting
  • Developed and institutionalized category strategies

H&Z Management Consulting / Tier 1 Automotive Supplier
1 Jahr 2 Monate
2023-05 - 2024-06

Increase cost efficiency of MRO spend

Managed the ?200m MRO workstream as part of a strategic project for a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier.


OBJECTIVES

  • Increase cost efficiency of MRO spend
  • Leverage synergies across 100+ European sites
  • Develop and implement savings measures
  • Deliver on-the-job training for category managers
  • Design and roll out category strategy


ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Seven-digit savings delivered in MRO
  • Mentored category lead and strengthened team capabilities in matrix organization
  • Significant cost savings, e.g., >30% in PPE through development of an innovative approach
  • Skill uplift of the procurement department
  • Strengthening of the central procurement department in the organization
  • Development of category strategies and roadmap

H&Z Management Consulting / Tier 1 Automotive Supplier

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

2 Jahre 1 Monat
2021-02 - 2023-02

MBA in Business Administration

MSc, Coppead UFRJ, Brazil
MSc
Coppead UFRJ, Brazil

Thesis: Supply chain resilience, corporate culture, and resource reconfiguration during large-scale disruptions

5 Monate
2022-09 - 2023-01

Exchange Semester

Business Administration M.Sc., EDHEC Business School, France
Business Administration M.Sc.
EDHEC Business School, France
4 Jahre 4 Monate
2015-04 - 2019-07

Business Administration

B.A., AKAD University, Germany
B.A.
AKAD University, Germany
Thesis: Impact of remuneration systems on employee motivation in procurement departments
3 Jahre 6 Monate
2006-09 - 2010-02

Plumbing, Heating & Air-Conditioning Technician (Anlagenmechaniker SHK)

(German: Gesellenbrief),
(German: Gesellenbrief)

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Category Management Procurement Transformation Strategic Sourcing MRO Indirect Procurement Direct Procurement Supplier Consolidation Supplier Relationship Management RFP / RFQ Management TCO Analysis Spend Analysis Contract Negotiation Interim Procurement Management Procurement Project Management Category Strategy Development Multi-Site Procurement Coordination Automotive Procurement Mechanical Engineering Procurement Electrical Engineering Procurement C-Level Reporting Procurement Capability Building Cost-Out / Spend Optimization Material Standardization

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

SUMMARY

Procurement consultant with 7+ years of experience delivering seven-digit savings and leading transformations for Tier 1 automotive and industrial clients across Europe. Combines hands-on category management with a strategic, advisory approach, translating C-level objectives into measurable outcomes while building the capabilities of procurement teams and shifting organizations from transactional purchasing to strategic category management.


ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Computing

Advanced MS Office (Excel, VBA, PowerPoint)


AI & Automation

Generative AI and automation tools (N8N, Claude) for analysis and workflow automation


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

05/2023 ? today

Role: Independent Procurement Consultant

Customer: on request, worldwide


Tasks:

  • Advise organizations on procurement strategy and category management, delivering measurable cost savings and efficiency improvements
  • Develop and implement category strategies, roadmaps, and systematic savings tracking
  • Drive procurement transformation, enhancing capabilities and transitioning teams from transactional purchasing to strategic category management
  • Provide mentoring to procurement teams and strengthen central procurement functions


08/2018 ? 03/2023

Role: Senior Procurement Consultant

Customer: Kloepfel Consulting GmbH, Germany


Tasks:

  • Led procurement consulting projects end-to-end with full project responsibility, managing teams of consultants and reporting to partners as well as client top management
  • Delivered cost savings across multiple categories (e.g., MRO, Professional Services, Packaging, Facility & Fleet Management)
  • Executed and managed RFP/RFQ processes, identifying and realizing efficiency and cost-saving potentials
  • Prepared and presented project reports to C-level executives, supporting strategic decision-making


08/2015 ? 05/2018

Role: Key Account Manager

Customer: Theo Förch GmbH & Co. KG, Germany


Tasks:

  • Managed key accounts and led contract negotiations, optimizing terms with strategically important clients
  • Drove C-parts sales for industrial and craft sectors, achieving growth targets
  • Collaborated with management in a Business Development Circle to identify new growth opportunities
  • Supported the regional head of sales in operational and strategic development of the sales team


09/2006 ? 09/2012

Role: Plumbing, Heating & Air-Conditioning Technician (Anlagenmechaniker SHK)

Customer: on request, Germany


Tasks:

  • Pipework joining techniques: oxy-fuel welding, butt-fusion welding, and press-fitting systems
  • Reads technical drawings and understands HVAC components, including pumps, check valves, pressure regulators, and pipework

Branchen

Branchen

  • Automotive
  • Maschinen- und Anlagenbau
  • Bau

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
Weltweit verfügbar
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

11 Monate
2024-08 - 2025-06

Increase efficiency of indirect procurement

Oversaw several indirect category workstreams within a European transformation project for a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in injection-molded components.


OBJECTIVES

  • Increase efficiency of indirect procurement
  • Leverage synergies across European sites
  • Provide on-the-job training for category managers
  • Organize supplier events and prepare negotiation teams
  • Develop category strategies
  • Report project progress and results to top management


ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Exceeded savings targets beyond initial project objectives
  • Led consultant team as project lead in a matrix organization
  • Enhanced capabilities and skill level of the procurement department
  • Drove transformation from transactional purchasing to category management
  • Implemented systematic savings tracking and reporting
  • Developed and institutionalized category strategies

H&Z Management Consulting / Tier 1 Automotive Supplier
1 Jahr 2 Monate
2023-05 - 2024-06

Increase cost efficiency of MRO spend

Managed the ?200m MRO workstream as part of a strategic project for a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier.


OBJECTIVES

  • Increase cost efficiency of MRO spend
  • Leverage synergies across 100+ European sites
  • Develop and implement savings measures
  • Deliver on-the-job training for category managers
  • Design and roll out category strategy


ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Seven-digit savings delivered in MRO
  • Mentored category lead and strengthened team capabilities in matrix organization
  • Significant cost savings, e.g., >30% in PPE through development of an innovative approach
  • Skill uplift of the procurement department
  • Strengthening of the central procurement department in the organization
  • Development of category strategies and roadmap

H&Z Management Consulting / Tier 1 Automotive Supplier

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

2 Jahre 1 Monat
2021-02 - 2023-02

MBA in Business Administration

MSc, Coppead UFRJ, Brazil
MSc
Coppead UFRJ, Brazil

Thesis: Supply chain resilience, corporate culture, and resource reconfiguration during large-scale disruptions

5 Monate
2022-09 - 2023-01

Exchange Semester

Business Administration M.Sc., EDHEC Business School, France
Business Administration M.Sc.
EDHEC Business School, France
4 Jahre 4 Monate
2015-04 - 2019-07

Business Administration

B.A., AKAD University, Germany
B.A.
AKAD University, Germany
Thesis: Impact of remuneration systems on employee motivation in procurement departments
3 Jahre 6 Monate
2006-09 - 2010-02

Plumbing, Heating & Air-Conditioning Technician (Anlagenmechaniker SHK)

(German: Gesellenbrief),
(German: Gesellenbrief)

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Category Management Procurement Transformation Strategic Sourcing MRO Indirect Procurement Direct Procurement Supplier Consolidation Supplier Relationship Management RFP / RFQ Management TCO Analysis Spend Analysis Contract Negotiation Interim Procurement Management Procurement Project Management Category Strategy Development Multi-Site Procurement Coordination Automotive Procurement Mechanical Engineering Procurement Electrical Engineering Procurement C-Level Reporting Procurement Capability Building Cost-Out / Spend Optimization Material Standardization

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

SUMMARY

Procurement consultant with 7+ years of experience delivering seven-digit savings and leading transformations for Tier 1 automotive and industrial clients across Europe. Combines hands-on category management with a strategic, advisory approach, translating C-level objectives into measurable outcomes while building the capabilities of procurement teams and shifting organizations from transactional purchasing to strategic category management.


ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Computing

Advanced MS Office (Excel, VBA, PowerPoint)


AI & Automation

Generative AI and automation tools (N8N, Claude) for analysis and workflow automation


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

05/2023 ? today

Role: Independent Procurement Consultant

Customer: on request, worldwide


Tasks:

  • Advise organizations on procurement strategy and category management, delivering measurable cost savings and efficiency improvements
  • Develop and implement category strategies, roadmaps, and systematic savings tracking
  • Drive procurement transformation, enhancing capabilities and transitioning teams from transactional purchasing to strategic category management
  • Provide mentoring to procurement teams and strengthen central procurement functions


08/2018 ? 03/2023

Role: Senior Procurement Consultant

Customer: Kloepfel Consulting GmbH, Germany


Tasks:

  • Led procurement consulting projects end-to-end with full project responsibility, managing teams of consultants and reporting to partners as well as client top management
  • Delivered cost savings across multiple categories (e.g., MRO, Professional Services, Packaging, Facility & Fleet Management)
  • Executed and managed RFP/RFQ processes, identifying and realizing efficiency and cost-saving potentials
  • Prepared and presented project reports to C-level executives, supporting strategic decision-making


08/2015 ? 05/2018

Role: Key Account Manager

Customer: Theo Förch GmbH & Co. KG, Germany


Tasks:

  • Managed key accounts and led contract negotiations, optimizing terms with strategically important clients
  • Drove C-parts sales for industrial and craft sectors, achieving growth targets
  • Collaborated with management in a Business Development Circle to identify new growth opportunities
  • Supported the regional head of sales in operational and strategic development of the sales team


09/2006 ? 09/2012

Role: Plumbing, Heating & Air-Conditioning Technician (Anlagenmechaniker SHK)

Customer: on request, Germany


Tasks:

  • Pipework joining techniques: oxy-fuel welding, butt-fusion welding, and press-fitting systems
  • Reads technical drawings and understands HVAC components, including pumps, check valves, pressure regulators, and pipework

Branchen

Branchen

  • Automotive
  • Maschinen- und Anlagenbau
  • Bau

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