Sourcing Manager (Business Excellence)

TL;DR

Sourcing Manager (Business Excellence): Leading and managing global business excellence initiatives with a focus on process optimization and digital transformation with an accent on end-to-end process analysis and the implementation of sourcing automation projects. Focus on developing best-practice models and rolling out training initiatives for internal and external stakeholders.

Location: Darmstadt, DE

Company

Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries.

What you will do

• Lead and manage global business excellence initiatives, focusing on process optimization and digital transformation.
• Analyze end-to-end processes to identify improvement potential and drive automation and efficiency using modern process-mining tools.
• Act as a strategic business partner, providing expert guidance and contributing to departmental development.
• Initiate and lead sourcing automation projects, including the implementation and optimization of relevant tools.
• Steer cross-functional project teams, define priorities, and ensure sustainable execution of improvement measures.
• Develop and implement best-practice models based on data analysis and system expertise.

Requirements

• Several years of experience in process analysis, design, and implementation within operational environments, ideally in sourcing or procurement.
• Degree in Business Administration, (Business) Informatics, or a related field.
• Proven ability to identify optimization potential in end-to-end processes and translate insights into measurable improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with solid technical understanding.
• Expertise in SAP S/4HANA and SAP Ariba (particularly Source-to-Pay), as well as advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Fluent in German and English.

Culture & Benefits

• Friendly and informal atmosphere within a family-owned company, characterized by flat hierarchies and short communication channels.
• Opportunity to contribute to the future of nutrition and be an integral part of business success.
• Access and work with state-of-the-art technologies through partnerships with market-leading innovators.
• Continuous development opportunities through internal and external training programs at Döhler Academy.
• Comprehensive benefits, including anniversary and special payments, employee referral bonuses, online shop discounts, company pension plans, and accident insurance.
• Subsidized Germany ticket or JobRad for mobility, and on-site cafeteria with regional and varied cuisine and complimentary drinks.