Global Lead Procurement (all genders)

HRS AS A COMPANY

HRS, a pioneer in business travel, aims to elevate every stay through innovative technology. With over 50 years of experience, their digital platform, driven by ProcureTech, TravelTech, and FinTech, transforms how companies and travelers Stay, Work, and Pay.

ProcureTech digitally revolutionizes lodging procurement, connecting corporations and suppliers in a cutting-edge ecosystem. This enables seamless efficiency and automation, surpassing travelers' expectations.

TravelTech redefines the online lodging experience, offering personalized content from selection to check-in, ensuring an unparalleled journey for corporate travelers.

In FinTech, HRS introduces advancements like mobile banking and digital payments, turning corporate back offices into touchless lodging enablers, eliminating legacy cost barriers. The innovative 2-click book-to-pay feature streamlines interactions for travelers and hoteliers.

Combining these technology propositions, HRS unlocks exponential catalyst effects. Their data-driven focus delivers value-added services and high-return network effects, creating substantial customer value.

HRS's exponential growth since 1972 serves over 35% of the global Fortune 500 and leading hotel chains.

Join HRS to shape the future of business travel, empowered by a culture of growth and setting new industry standards worldwide.

BUSINESS UNIT

At HRS we understand Finance as a value-enabling function as it is an essential ingredient to our business success. In order to ensure the efficient financial management and financial control necessary to support all business activities, it comprises all major related responsibilities: from Financial and Cash Flow Management, Accounting, Advising and longer-term financing, Tax Management, Investment Management, to Purchasing, Controlling, Budgeting and Forecasting as well as Financial Reporting and Analysis to assisting and challenging the CEO, Business Unit Leaders and Managers in making key strategic decisions. 
The department is set up as a shared service for the HRS Group with a cross-location team of around 40 experts, headed by the CFO and his Management Team, working on standardized workflows to increase efficiency on the one hand and apply state of the art decision-making tools and principle-based recommendations to foster organizational resilience in times of rapid change on the other.

POSITION

We are looking for a dynamic Global Procurement Lead (all genders) to steer our corporate procurement strategy for global indirect spend. This pivotal role will oversee the development and implementation of procurement standards, ensure efficient purchasing processes, and drive optimal contractual agreements.

CHALLENGE

• Lead the procurement function by establishing and governing efficient procurement standards, processes, structures, and databases.
• Oversee tenders, requests for proposals, and contract negotiations to secure favorable terms.
• Drive group-wide demand consolidation and implement spend-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and manage procurement-related risks effectively.
• Act as a strategic procurement consultant, supporting internal stakeholders in developing and executing procurement strategies.
• Address complex procurement needs and provide expert advice and support.

FOR THIS EXCITING MISSION YOU ARE EQUIPPED WITH...

• several years of experience in procurement management, preferably within the tech or tourism industry and in a global organization.
• A deep understanding of procurement processes and principles, particularly for indirect products.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and tools.
• Outstanding negotiation and communication skills, with a proven track record of securing favorable terms.
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, ensuring compliance and high performance.
• Proficiency in both German and English, written and spoken.

PERSPECTIVE

Access to a global network of a globally united and mutually responsible “Tribe of Intrapreneurs” that is passionately dedicated to renew the travel industry and while doing so reinvent the ways how businesses stay, work and pay.

Our entrepreneurial driven environment of full ownership and execution focus offers you the playground to contribute to a greater mission, while growing personally and professionally throughout this unique journey. You will continuously learn from a radical culture of retrospectives and continuous improvement and actively contribute to making business life better, smarter and more sustainable.

LOCATION, MOBILITY, INCENTIVE

The position is based in Cologne or Berlin, combined with travelling to HQ (Cologne) with an Hybrid working model. The attractive remuneration is in line with the market and, in addition to a fixed monthly salary, all necessary work equipment and mobility, will also include an annual bonus.