About this role
Your area of work: The Procurement Section of Deutsche Börse Group focusses on strategic business partnering. We are looking for a Head of Category & Partner Management who combines commercial excellence, senior stakeholder management, and transformational leadership. You will shape Group-wide category strategies, advise senior leaders, lead strategic sourcing, and help build a high-performing One Group Procurement organization. Your responsibilities: Advise senior business leaders and build strong executive partnerships Develop Group-wide category and sourcing strategies aligned with business priorities Lead complex sourcing, negotiations, and supplier initiatives Create value through cost optimization, innovation, risk mitigation, and sustainability Manage strategic supplier relationships and performance Drive procurement transformation, digitization, and continuous improvement Provide functional leadership and develop procurement talent Strengthen collaboration, governance, and a One Group mindset Your profile: Degree in business, economics, finance, engineering, or a related field 10+ years of senior experience in procurement, category management, commercial leadership, or consulting Strong track record in sourcing, supplier management, and high-value negotiations Experience in international, complex, and regulated environments Executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders Senior track record in transformation, digitization, and innovation Proven people leadership focused on empowerment, talent development, and performance