At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Commercial Procurement Manager (all genders)

Are you ready to take procurement to the next level? As a Commercial Procurement Manager (all genders), you will have the unique opportunity to design and execute highly strategic initiatives that shape the future of our business. You’ll work with an international team of procurement professionals across the globe, collaborating closely with key stakeholders in Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, and Crop Science divisions. This is more than a sourcing role – it’s about challenging the status quo, co-creating business cases, and driving measurable impact. If you want to be part of a highly ambitious, goal-oriented, and fun team, this is your chance!

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage procurement projects, delivering results on time and within budget
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that create competitive advantage
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand priorities and co-create solutions
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure cost-efficient, high-quality outcomes
• Help building strategic alliances with strategic partners across divisions and functions
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively manage risks
• Provide market intelligence to inform strategic decisions
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in procurement processes
• Collaborate with other functions and procurement areas to maximize impact

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in procurement and contract negotiation, with strong project management skills
• Experience in Marketing & Sales categories is required
• Experience in Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, or Crop Science industry is a strong advantage
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, and a collaborative, accountable, and continuously learning approach
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic mindset with a focus on delivering measurable business value
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE EXCITING

• Global Exposure: Work with colleagues across 15 countries and multiple business divisions
• Strategic Impact: Procurement is a key strategic function—your work will directly influence business success
• Dynamic Environment: Learn fast, take ownership, and drive your own career development
• Collaboration: Partner with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions

WHAT WE OFFER

Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us!

• We ensure your financial stability through a competitive compensation package, consisting of an attractive base pay and our annual bonus. In addition, managers can recognize special contributions by granting an individual performance award
• Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the flexibility to work how, when and where it is best for you
• Your family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much more
• We support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programs
• We promote health awareness and opportunities for selfcare through various measures, such as free health checks with the company doctor
• We emb diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work

Be You. Be Bayer.

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YOUR APPLICATION

This is your opportunity to tackle the world’s biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding

Location: ​​ ​ Germany : Berlin : Berlin || Germany : North Rhine Westfalia : Leverkusen​

​​Division: ​ Enabling Functions​

Reference Code: 853445​

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