Head of Procurement and Supply Chain

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

Responsibilities / Tasks

Working at GEA Group has significant benefits:

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

Head of Procurement & Supply Chain

Drive strategy. Deliver value. Lead transformation.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven leader to oversee procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring alignment with global strategies while delivering measurable business impact. This role is critical in driving cost efficiency, optimizing supplier performance, and enabling operational excellence across a complex, international environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end-to-end procurement and supply chain operations within your area, ensuring alignment with divisional and corporate strategy
• Drive value creation through cost optimization, supplier management, logistics efficiency, and working capital improvement
• Implement category, sourcing, and logistics strategies across both direct and indirect spend
• Balance global and local priorities, resolving capacity constraints and enabling resource optimization across locations
• Own performance outcomes, including cost, delivery, quality, and KPI achievement
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, project management, finance, HR, and other divisions to drive business results
• Champion transformation initiatives, including digitalization, automation, and ERP optimization
• Lead supplier strategy, including negotiations, contract management, pricing, and performance evaluation
• Drive continuous improvement across supply chain processes, tools, and organizational capabilities
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, corporate standards, and QHSE requirements
• Act as a key executive interface, influencing stakeholders and representing procurement at the highest levels

Your Profile / Qualifications

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in procurement and supply chain leadership within complex, global organizations
• Strong expertise in contract management, supplier negotiations, and global sourcing
• Deep understanding of logistics, material flow, supply/demand planning, and multi-site operations
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP), Ariba, and source-to-pay (S2P) platforms
• Proven track record in driving cost reduction and transformation initiatives
• Strong financial acumen and analytical mindset

Who You Are

• A strategic thinker with a hands-on, results-oriented approach
• An influential leader who builds strong relationships across cultures and functions
• A skilled negotiator and decision-maker with sound business judgment
• A change agent who thrives in complex, matrixed environments
• Passionate about continuous improvement, innovation, and people development
• An excellent communicator with executive presence and global perspective

Why Join Us?

This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll shape procurement strategy, drive operational excellence, and play a key role in delivering business performance across a global organization.

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $175,000 - $200,000 per year.  GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.

The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

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