Head of Procurement (m/f/d)

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Berlin, DEU
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eCommerce • Software • Financial Services
The Role
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We’re looking for an experienced Head of Procurement (m/f/d) to join one of our portfolio companies and lead its procurement strategy and supplier management.

In your day-to-day work, you’ll focus on structuring the procurement function for scale, optimizing costs, and enabling business growth through operational excellence, and get the opportunity to contribute to key company-wide initiatives across multiple teams.

Join our portfolio company: A next-generation supply chain platform, the company is redefining how one of the world’s largest industries sources, distributes, and finances materials. Engineered to unlock the full potential of global trade, it harnesses agentic AI and workflow automation to provide seamless, high-efficiency access to premium materials at scale.Since its commercial rollout, the platform has fueled exponential growth, optimizing procurement for thousands of businesses while setting new benchmarks for speed, transparency, and efficiency. Its competitive edge lies in full digitization and AI-driven supply chain management automation, eliminating inefficiencies and creating a direct, intelligent bridge between suppliers and buyers. With a team of 80+ FTEs across Europe (Berlin HQ), China, and India, the company is rapidly scaling toward profitability, driving triple-digit million GMV, and setting new industry standards in autonomous, AI-powered supply chain orchestration.

In this role, you’ll:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive procurement strategies that support rapid company growth
  • Optimize the structure and composition of a procurement team of 10+ FTE to ensure scalable operations
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities, implement best practices, and lead continuous improvement efforts
  • Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating terms, pricing, and contracts — on a daily basis
  • Monitor supplier performance and manage risks to ensure quality and reliability
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and regulations while streamlining internal processes
  • Collaborate closely with Growth, Operations, and Product & Tech teams to align procurement with broader business goals
  • Act quickly — implement new processes in days or weeks, not quarters or years
Your Profile
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
  • Several years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, including 2+ years in a leadership role
  • Strong accountability mindset — you'll oversee $20M+ in monthly purchasing decisions and contribute to double-digit MoM growth
  • Proven success developing procurement strategies or operating in fast-paced trading environments
  • Excellent negotiation skills in international supplier settings
  • Strong leadership capabilities and a track record of building and scaling teams
  • Strategic and analytical thinker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to thrive in high-speed, high-growth environments
  • Fluent English required; German is a plus

Please note that we are looking for support in the Berlin office of our portfolio company. Eligibility to work within the EU is required as well.

Benefits and Perks
  • Fulfil a role with entrepreneurial freedom and take a pre-validated business model to the next level
  • Join an experienced founding team of serial and 2nd-time founders
  • Attractive base and bonus compensation program
  • Collaboration with top-tier investors and angels (incl. various unicorn founders) as well as leading market experts

Apply below and become a part of our success story!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Project A is committed to diverse and equal opportunities hiring for all – applicants, candidates, and employees alike. We value humans – with all our glorious multifaceted backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences – and look forward to your application.

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Berlin
165 Employees
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

Project A is one of the leading early-stage tech investors in Europe with offices in Berlin and London. In addition to $1bn assets under management, Project A supports its portfolio companies with a platform team of over 100 functional experts in key areas such as software and product development, data, brand, marketing, sales and recruiting. The venture capital firm was founded in 2012 and has backed more than 100 startups. The portfolio includes companies such as Trade Republic, WorldRemit, sennder, KRY, Spryker, Catawiki, Unmind and Voi

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