Head of Indirect Procurement

**Workload: 80-100%**

Axpo is seeking an experienced and visionary **Head of Indirect Procurement** to lead our Indirect Procurement function, overseeing a diverse portfolio of over 500 million CHF per year. This is a key leadership role within our Group Procurement organization, managing a team of more than 20 professionals and reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer.

**Your Responsibilities**

- Provide strong leadership to the Indirect Procurement team, inspiring high performance and professional growth.

- Set and communicate a clear vision for Indirect Procurement, translating strategy into actionable plans and measurable results.

- Manage strategic sourcing and supplier relationships across main categories: IT, Professional Services, Travel & Fleet, Market Data, and Facility Management.

- Drive cost optimization, risk management, and innovation within the Indirect Procurement portfolio.

- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and executive leadership to align procurement strategies with business goals.

- Ensure compliance with Axpo policies and relevant regulations.

- Champion digitalization and process improvement initiatives within Procurement.

- Act as the key liaison with Business Area Trading and Sales and] Oversee specialized commodity trading-related procurement areas such as market data information, intellectual property and licenses.

**What You Bring**

- At least 15 years of Procurement experience, with a strong track record in Indirect categories.

- Outstanding leadership skills, with experience managing sizable teams and complex portfolios.

- Ability to think strategically, develop a vision, and bring it to realization through effective execution.

- Experience with SAP Ariba modules (Sourcing, Contracts, Guided Buying & Catalogues) and other digital tools such as Akirolabs and Sievo.

- Relevant professional certification (CIPS or ISM CPSM).

- Fluent in German and English; knowledge of French and/or Italian is an advantage.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach and strong analytical abilities.

**Why Axpo?**

At Axpo, you’ll join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the energy industry. We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact on our Procurement transformation journey.

**Benefits**:
At our company, we strive to create a culture of continuous learning, personal growth, and inter
- national community involvement. We're passionate about providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed, and we're confident that you'll love being part of our team

- **Working** **Hours**
Enjoy flexible working hours and the option to work up to 50% remotely - for the perfect work-life balance.

- **Generous pension plan**
We pay 60% of your pension contributions - for a secure future.

- **Health comes first**
100% continued payment of salary in the event of illness or accident and access to an exclusive mental health platform with five free sessions with a psychologist.

- **Parental leave**
16 weeks maternity leave (100% continued pay) and 10 days paternity leave (100% continued pay) to spend valuable time with your family.

- **Support for your family**
Up to 20% reimbursement of childcare costs (max. CHF 4,800 per year).

- **Exclusive discounts**
Attractive discounts on petrol, insurance and mobile telephony with partner companies such as Shell, Avia, Sunrise and Swisscom.

- **Public transportation**
No problem: with the SwissPass (max. CHF 190) you can get from A to B at a reasonable price.