Managing Director, Purchasing Cooperation

The Company is seeking a Managing Director for a Purchasing Cooperation with a strong background in the environment of associations, alliances, and cooperations. The successful candidate will be tasked with the overall operational and strategic management of the company, including revenue and profit responsibility. This role involves the further development of the business model, the acquisition of new member companies, and the expansion of existing partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a degree in economics, business administration, or a comparable field, and several years of leadership experience in a similar setting. Industry knowledge in crafts, trades, or retail, particularly in a B2B or B2B2C context, is essential. Key responsibilities for the Managing Director include the development of additional target groups and markets, as well as the expansion of the service portfolio. The role also requires a leader who can foster a modern, performance-oriented corporate culture, and who has a strong focus on employee development and motivation. The candidate should be adept at managing decentralized structures with independent members or partners, and possess a high level of initiative, strong implementation skills, and a sense of responsibility. Entrepreneurial thinking, a pronounced service orientation, and strong sales and networking competence are also crucial for this position. The company is looking for a personality who can continue its successful development and bring targeted new impulses to the organization.