Senior Manager Project Procurement & Cost Engineering (mfd)

Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Brukers high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular cellular and microscopic close cooperation with our customers Bruker is enabling innovation improved productivity and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research in applied and biopharma applications in microscopy and nanoanalysis as well as in industrial and cleantech research and next-gen semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging clinical phenomics research proteomics and multiomics spatial and single-cell biology functional structural and condensate biology as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

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We offer:

• Modern workplaces on a newly built campus equipped with state-of-the-art technology
• Continuous learning opportunities through the internal Bruker Academy
• Development opportunities within a global organization
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home
• 30 days of annual leave plus additional special leave
• Vacation and Christmas bonuses
• Company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits
• Complimentary hot beverages and water
• JobRad program & employee discounts
• Various dining options nearby and a subsidized company cafeteria
• A range of company events
• A positive open and forward-thinking international team
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• EGYM Wellpass (discounted fitness program)
• Subsidy for the Deutschland Ticket

Are you interested

We are looking for a Senior Manager Project Procurement & Cost Engineering Direct Material (m/f/d) at our location in Ettlingen.

As a Senior Manager Project Procurement & Cost Engineering you will:

• Lead and develop the global team of Project Buyers and Material Engineers supporting BBIO projects.
• Establish BBIO-wide procurement support for development transfer localization and product introduction projects.
• Ensure early supplier involvement to improve product cost manufacturability availability and project speed.
• Lead cross-functional Design-to-Cost and Value Engineering initiatives in close collaboration with R&D Engineering Operations and strategic suppliers.
• Identify and implement design changes material substitutions and technical alternatives that reduce product cost while maintaining required quality and performance standards.
• Develop and maintain should-cost models and cost breakdown analyses to improve negotiation effectiveness and product competitiveness.
• Support Engineering in evaluating commercial impacts of design decisions and technical changes.
• Identify and mitigate procurement-related project and supply chain risks through design adaptations supplier diversification and alternative sourcing concepts.
• Collaborate with Commodity Management to leverage supplier innovation and market intelligence for cost and risk reduction opportunities.
• Ensure timely supplier nomination and sourcing activities for all NPI transfer and redesign projects.
• Ensure procurement readiness for product launches transfers and ramp-up activities.
• Track and report KPIs related to cost reduction value engineering project milestones sourcing progress supply chain risk mitigation and procurement contribution to business results.
• Track and report project procurement KPIs including cost timing risk and sourcing progress.

Ideally you bring the following qualifications:

• Masters degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field ideally complemented by additional training in Supply Chain Management Negotiation or Project Management.
• 9 to 12 years of relevant professional experience including significant leadership responsibility within an international procurement project management or engineering environment.
• Excellent English language skills (C2) native-level German language proficiency and optional French language skills (A1); able to communicate effectively in an international business environment.
• Strong expertise in SAP (advanced level) and excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including modern AI-enabled productivity tools.
• Solid experience in Project Management and Change Management combined with outstanding negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
• Highly analytical and solution-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently take ownership and proactively drive initiatives to completion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions manage conflicts constructively and provide and receive feedback professionally.
• Resilient adaptable and results-driven personality with strong teamwork skills and the ability to perform effectively in dynamic and demanding business environments.