Procurement Manager - Indirect Purchasing (all genders)

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Want your story to be part of our story?

When children take charming schleich® figures and playsets into their hands, they embark on adventures into wonderful fantasy worlds. Every dinosaur, every elephant, and every fairy is the beginning of an exciting new story. Our vision: Shaping storytellers for life. And your story starts right here.


Let’s be inspired together by the joy of storytelling, while also continuing to tell the story of Schleich – and its journey from traditional toy manufacturer to a globally loved brand. Be part of our amazing transformation story.

We will support you, give you ownership, and the opportunity to work internationally and digitally in a dynamic environment. Let’s take on and master all the challenges that lie in store for us. Take the opportunity to grow with us and achieve something tangible.

Working at Schleich. Make your mark.

Procurement Manager - Indirect Purchasing (all genders)
Please note that this position is based in Munich and follows our hybrid working model. Relocation support is not offered.

The following adventures await you at Schleich:

  • Development and implementation of product group strategies for indirect procurement (e.g. marketing, IT, logistics, energy, HR services)
  • Execution of strategic procurement processes (tenders, negotiations, supplier selection)
  • Analysis of procurement markets, cost structures, and pricing factors, as well as identification and realization of cost-saving opportunities and value-added initiatives
  • Establishment and management of supplier relationships and contracts
  • Implementation of supplier evaluation and risk management
  • Implementation and use of digital procurement tools and platforms, as well as integration of new tools into the existing ERP/SAP landscape
  • Contribution to the development of key performance indicator systems and procurement controlling
  • Ensuring compliance with procurement guidelines and governance

Your story so far:

  • You have several years of experience in strategic procurement and product category management within indirect procurement
  • You have a strong understanding of procurement markets and pricing mechanisms, as well as extensive experience in negotiation, contract drafting, and supplier management
  • You are proficient in using digital procurement tools and platforms and can integrate solutions into SAP/ERP systems
  • You possess strong analytical and business acumen and stand out for your entrepreneurial mindset and assertiveness
  • You work in a structured and strategic manner and communicate confidently with various stakeholders
  • You have excellent English skills and are comfortable operating in a global environment

No kingdoms nor mountains of gold, but many other rewards:

  • Work in a dynamic, diverse environment that offers individual career and development opportunities. All our employees also have access to numerous online courses via our training platform
  • Let’s write the Schleich story together. Be part of a motivated team of people who support and inspire each other and celebrate success together
  • We aim to please. We offer an attractive, fair salary with additional benefits that are regularly reviewed and updated
  • Enjoy the benefits of a hybrid working model: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote
  • Appetising. You will receive a food allowance of up to €75.00 net per month
  • Every hero must retire one day. That’s why we offer a company pension scheme
  • You can also enjoy great discounts on our schleich® products – a great bonus for kids and adults alike
  • Save even more with corporate benefits and discover a world of exclusive discounts for various brands and activities
  • Speaking of savings, we’ll also subsidise your bicycle lease to make it easier for you to travel to our beautiful office in Munich
  • And what about your adventures outside of Schleich? You can count on 30 days of paid leave per year and a hybrid working model with no core working hours

Would you like to play a part in our story?

Please note that applications sent by e-mail cannot be processed for data protection reasons. We look forward to receiving your online application. It’s speedy, simple, and secure – your personal data is safe with us. Your CV/resume is all we need.

Got questions about what the role involves? Want to check the status of your application? Feline will be glad to assist you further: lena.meusel@schleich-s.com