Sascha L.-Senior Procurement Professional
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Experience
KRIKO Engineering GmbH
- Analysis of existing supplier contract basis and concept creation for supplier consolidation
- Made contract inventory and aligned criteria with procurement, requester, compliance, legal and accounting teams
- Created a matrix covering product group vitality, onboarding document status, service, contract term and extensions, notice periods, sole source and alternative suppliers
- Categorized supplier contracts, presented results and handed over concept for handling supplier consolidation
IBM iX Berlin GmbH
- Acted as primary contact for questions on procurement processes, templates and contracts during monthly and quarterly IBM compliance testing
- Supported colleagues in audit testing by answering queries and providing explanations on processes, source selection, fair value determination, onboarding, templates and contracts including NDA, MSA and SOW
- Facilitated IBM Compliance in navigating IBM iX’s own IT systems for suppliers, templates and filing systems
Freelance
Senior Procurement Professional
IBM iX Berlin GmbH
- Managed multi-million euro spend in products and services in 2023, including €1–350,000 software licenses
- Led end-to-end procurement for IT hardware, software (SaaS/on-prem), services and creative assets
- Optimized procurement processes, reducing throughput time and lowering costs by 15%
- Developed a standardized decision-making framework for supplier selection, qualification and development across technological, qualitative and commercial factors
- Consolidated supplier base, reducing contracts by approximately 600, resulting in cost reduction, increased efficiency, improved quality and reduced risk
- Managed supplier communication and contract transfers during company name change in 2022, ensuring seamless transition for over 450 contracts
- Redesigned product groups and implemented preferred supplier lists to optimize procurement processes, lowering costs and strengthening supplier relationships
- Contributed to SAP implementation in procurement, assisting with migration planning and smooth transition
- Played a key role in IBM Global SW Education Guild, standardizing software purchasing processes worldwide
- Negotiated significant discounts on software licenses, achieving up to 18% savings via tenders/RfX up to €1.5 M
- Standardized payment terms for hardware purchases in Berlin and Switzerland, improving cash flow and optimizing supplier relationships
HR Dispatcher
TÜV Rheinland Group
- Established and managed the Search & Recruit team to deliver qualified talent for digital projects and internal vacancies
- Led a project management team of four consultants, overseeing customer acquisition, project execution and cost control
- Supported high-profile Deutsche Bahn projects, including GSM-R test center, WAN network and technology-based processing procedures
- Managed accounts for up to 50 service providers, ensuring project delivery and satisfaction
- Sourced and acquired project partners, consulting services and freelancers for infrastructure and cloud solutions
- Developed and maintained a network of service providers, freelancers and companies
- Negotiated contracts and onboarded new partners, ensuring compliance with documentation and approval requirements
- Served as primary point of contact for escalations related to performance, invoices, contracts, services and budgets
Project Management
TÜV Rheinland Group
Led a project management team of four consultants, overseeing customer acquisition, project execution and cost control
Supported high-profile Deutsche Bahn projects, including GSM-R test center, WAN network and technology-based processing procedures
Sourced and acquired project partners, consulting services and freelancers for infrastructure and cloud solutions
Managed accounts for up to 50 service providers, ensuring project delivery and satisfaction
Negotiated contracts and onboarded new partners, ensuring compliance with documentation and approval requirements
Developed and maintained a network of service providers, freelancers and companies
Established and managed the Search & Recruit team to deliver qualified talent for digital projects and internal vacancies
Established a cloud team for architectural concepts and migration strategies to address growing customer demand
Provided comprehensive support for EU tenders, including market research, partner acquisition, project management and negotiation
Achieved a 360° partner feedback rating of first place from DB Systel
Contributed significantly to TÜV Rheinland-Deutsche Bahn revenue, generating over 50% of total turnover
Key Account Manager ICT
Ingenieurgesellschaft NordWest mbH
- Acted as project partner from TÜV Rheinland Consulting GmbH
Sales Consultant
Agex IT GmbH
- Recruited and sold highly qualified IT specialists including partners, service providers and freelancers
- Acquired new customers, built strong relationships and provided ongoing account management
- Developed and expanded service and logistics offerings
- Successfully delivered projects in Germany, UK and France
Industry experience
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Experienced in Information Technology, Professional Services, and Telecommunication.
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Experienced in Procurement, Human Resources, Project Management, Sales, Customer Service, and Information Technology.
Summary
- As a seasoned Procurement Expert, I've spent years driving strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives on a global scale. I've successfully implemented process improvements, ensured fair vendor selection and optimized our supply chain for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- My expertise lies in crafting procurement strategies, managing budgets and leading negotiations to secure the best deals for our organization. I've consistently streamlined operations through innovative thinking and strategic leadership, resulting in improved resource utilization, cost control and on-time delivery.
- I thrive on building strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers and customers to achieve mutual success and I'm always looking for ways to drive value and optimize our procurement processes.
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Category Management
- Data Analyzing
- Project Management
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Analytical Thinking, Design Thinking
Languages
Education
University of Trier
Business Administration, Service Management and Management Consulting · Business Administration · Trier, Germany
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Experience
Global experience
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Frequently asked questions
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Sascha is based in Petra, Spain and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Sascha speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
Sascha has at least 12 years of experience. During this time, Sascha has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months. Note that Sascha may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Sascha would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Procurement Professional, HR Dispatcher, Project Management.
In recent years, Sascha has worked for KRIKO Engineering GmbH, IBM iX Berlin GmbH, and Freelance.
Sascha is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Professional Services, and Telecommunication. Sascha also has some experience in Manufacturing.
Sascha is most experienced in business areas like Procurement, Human Resources, and Project Management. Sascha also has some experience in Sales, Customer Service, and Information Technology.
Sascha has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.
Sascha has recently worked in business areas like Procurement and Audit.
Sascha holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from University of Trier.
The availability of Sascha needs to be confirmed.
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