Director International Procurement

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Global purchasing lead for indirect products and services. Building and developing teams while targeting cost reduction and quality improvements in procurement.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeVienna • 🇦🇹 AustriaLead💰 €192,800 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the global purchasing lead for indirect products and services, building and developing teams required for best-in-class strategic sourcing
Direct and sponsor global procurement initiatives in close collaboration with business unit leaders and country teams, targeting sustainable cost reductions and improvements in quality, supplier competitiveness, and service levels
Define, implement, and monitor procurement strategies and standards for globally managed categories, engaging National Procurement Directors and cross-functional stakeholders for alignment and execution
Conduct regular risk assessments and design and implement strategies to mitigate supply and price risks across the portfolio
Manage commodity spend and projects in line with long-term planning and organizational targets to contribute meaningfully to the company’s top- and bottom-line results
Build and maintain a sustainable global supplier portfolio, establish strategic partnerships, and ensure full compliance with company policies and regulations
Lead global procurement processes, including planning, supplier scouting, selection, contracting, onboarding, and ongoing supplier lifecycle management
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to simplify and optimize procurement processes for GNFR products and services internationally
Standardize reporting frameworks and governance processes to ensure consistent, data-driven decision-making across regions
Understand strategic roadmaps for direct purchasing categories and align indirect spend sourcing solutions accordingly
Collaborate with internal stakeholders including supply chain, marketing, legal, compliance, and executive leadership
Communicate effectively at all organizational levels, from operational teams through Executive Board members, ensuring transparency and clarity on project status and strategic goals
Lead, develop, and inspire the team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

Exceptional decision-making and strategic thinking capabilities
Proven leadership with extensive experience managing diverse teams
Strong internal stakeholder management and supplier relationship skills
Reliable, structured, and independent work style with a conscientious mindset
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
Deep understanding of ALDI’s business model and supply chain dynamics
Willingness to travel internationally up to 50%
Open to relocating to ALDI SOUTH Holding in Vienna
Fluency in English (written and spoken); German language skills are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

6 weeks of annual leave per year for all employees
A range of subsidised childcare support options
Flexible remote work options — from home or anywhere within Austria (up to 13 days per month), and from abroad (up to 30 days per year in selected countries)
Mobile devices provided to enable flexible working
Relocation support (including visas/permits, home search, and moving allowance)
Free and subsidised healthy food and drinks at the workplace
Subsidised public transport
Bike leasing programme to save up to 20% on bike costs to encourage sustainable transport and improve affordability
Discounts across a wide range of retailers in categories such as fashion, travel, sports, and more
Comprehensive training to excel in your role
Extensive personal and professional development opportunities
High level of responsibility within a diverse and international business environment
Collaboration with cross-border teams
Private health insurance discounts
Comprehensive wellbeing and (mental) health support
On-site and online sports with Wellpass membership

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic sourcingprocurement strategiesrisk assessmentsupplier lifecycle managementcommodity spend managementdata-driven decision-makingcontinuous improvementcontractingsupplier scoutingproject management

Soft Skills

decision-makingstrategic thinkingleadershipstakeholder managementcommunicationfacilitationinterpersonal skillsstructured work styleindependent work styleteam development