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# Global IT Team Lead Purchasing Location Hannover

- **Company:** Original Equipment Solutions
- **Location:** Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Procurement Software, Cloud Platform System, IT Architecture, Information Technology, SAP Ariba
- **Published:** May 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=314b1adad0357449

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Purchasing?, * Degree in IT, Business Informatics, Engineering, or related field

 * Proven experience managing a portfolio of Purchasing applications within a modern IT architecture
 * Expertise in SAP Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua, or similar purchasing platforms
 * Strong knowledge of cloud-based architectures, automation tools, and analytics-driven solutions
 * Experience leading digital transformation initiatives in purchasing processes
 * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across IT and business functions
 * Understanding of financial planning, accounting, and risk management principles
 * Demonstrated ability to lead global IT projects and manage cross-functional teams
 * Advanced multi-project management skills with resource alignment and timely delivery
 * Strong leadership and coaching capabilities to inspire and develop teams
 * Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language
 * Language: Fluent German and English
 * Experience with global procurement processes and compliance frameworks
 * Familiarity with AI-driven procurement tools and advanced analytics

## Description

* Define and manage the IT product portfolio strategy for Purchasing applications, ensuring integration with corporate objectives * Develop and maintain application roadmaps to drive innovation, agility, and operational efficiency * Own the IT product lifecycle: planning, demand management, delivery, and outcome reporting * Foster a BizDevOps culture, managing global teams and promoting agile collaboration * Build and lead high-performing product teams, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement * Allocate resources effectively across initiatives * mentor team members for growth and career development * Act as the central liaison between IT, Purchasing, and business stakeholders to align solutions with purchasing strategies


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