Philipp Sabow - Interim Management / Team Leader

Q: Where is Philipp based?

Philipp is based in Brandenburg, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Philipp speak?

Philipp speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Philipp have?

Philipp has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Philipp has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 3 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 9 months . Note that Philipp may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Philipp's latest experience?

Philipp's most recent position is Interim Management / Team Leader - Headquarter Procurement .

Q: Which industries is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Education , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing , Information Technology (IT) , and Finance . Philipp also has some experience in Marketing , Strategy and Planning , and Sales .

Q: Which industries has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing and Operations .

Q: What is Philipp's education?

Philipp holds a Bachelor in International Business from International University Karlsruhe .

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Brandenburg, Germany

Experience

Sep 2023 - May 2024

9 months

Mannheim, Germany

Interim Management / Team Leader - Headquarter Procurement

Building and expanding a new centralized procurement
Establishing and leading a 6-person team, redefining tasks, potentials, structures, team visibility in the company, KPIs, conducting interviews, coordinating responsibilities
Developing new procurement strategies
Conducting workshops
Procuring direct and indirect categories
Reorganizing categories
Designing and establishing new procurement processes, guidelines, and structures at the European level
Revising and optimizing order process management
Reporting savings
Continuous optimization and increasing efficiency in collaboration with departments and procurement tools
Defining quarterly goals and procurement initiatives
Preparing and supporting carve-outs
Reviewing procurement projects
Escalation management in procurement
Proactively identifying and mitigating potential supply chain risks
Handling blocked invoices
Interdisciplinary collaboration among several international teams
Responsibility for and management of board-level procurement projects
Contract negotiations and creation of commercial contract templates

Dec 2022 - Nov 2023

1 year

Düsseldorf, Germany

Strategic Procurement

Contract analysis and reconciliation of expenses and invoices
Identifying contract risks and savings between Germany and France
Professional and advisory services: business case as decision basis, savings potential, negotiations and consolidations, requirements and performance alignment, tenders
Savings in license management: analysis, business case, implementation
Tendering for contracting and personnel service providers
Tender for rate cards at management consulting firms
Renegotiation and takeover of existing contracts

Jul 2022 - Nov 2022

5 months

Hamburg, Germany

Operational Procurement

Supporting an IT carve-out and EMEA-wide IT procurement projects
Repositioning IT procurement
Building new IT categories
Transferring various IT contracts from the parent company to the subsidiary
Integrating all IT procurement activities into procurement
Renegotiation and takeover of existing contracts
Implementing procurement guidelines
Tender for integrating field service management into Salesforce
Tender for consulting services for process optimization in order-to-cash

Jan 2020 - Jul 2023

3 years 7 months

Cologne, Germany

Operational and Strategic Procurement - Interim Manager

Rebuilding an indirect procurement organization and establishing a clear position in the company
Defining and enforcing procurement guidelines
Negotiating with service providers for all IT needs from operational and daily activities
Achieving 13% savings on annual IT expenditures
Conducting global tenders, especially service projects over €15 million, software, and hardware
Responsibility for executive board procurement projects
Contract reviews, drafting and negotiations, and category organization

Jan 2016 - Dec 2019

4 years

Karlsruhe, Germany

Studies - International Business (Bachelor of Arts)

International University Karlsruhe

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

1 year

Stuttgart, Germany

Project Management Training IPMA Level - D Certification

Steinbeis Institut

Aug 2012 - Dec 2014

2 years 5 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Demand Management / Operational Purchasing

Budget planning
Purchasing consulting services
Organizing software and hardware rollouts
Participating in tender processes
Reviewing requirements specifications
Monitoring compliance and policies
Attending IT procurement in-house training and project-based procurement training
Co-buyer for IT and services during the training period

Jan 2009 - Dec 2012

4 years

Stuttgart, Germany

Commercial dual apprenticeship - IT Systems Management Clerk

IHK

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (9.5 years), Education (5 years), and Professional Services (1 year).

Information Technology

Education

Professional Services

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Procurement (6.5 years), Information Technology (6 years), Finance (4 years), Marketing (4 years), Strategy (4 years), and Sales (4 years).

Procurement

Information Technology

Finance

Marketing

Strategy

Sales

Summary

As an experienced IT purchaser working across industries and Europe, I have experience dealing with European suppliers and markets. I quickly and efficiently get to know my clients' needs on my own. With my expertise in IT procurement, my background as an IT Systems Management Clerk, and my sales background, I analyze the market and the sales strategies of potential suppliers, develop the right procurement strategy for my clients, negotiate the best possible contracts and licenses for them, and support them in the procurement process from product and supplier selection to contract finalization. I practice open, transparent, clear, and appreciative communication, which leads to very satisfied clients and positive supplier relationships. I am happy to support you independently and remotely. For freelancing, I naturally bring extensive experience in communication, analysis, and organizational skills.

Skills

Operational And Strategic Procurement
It Services Procurement
License Procurement And Management
Category Management
Software And Hardware Procurement
Professional And Advisory Services
Carve-out
Automotive Industry
Medical Technology Industry
Finance Industry
Mechanical Engineering Industry
Pharmaceutical Industry
Experience Leading A 6-person Team
Very Good People Skills And A Sense For Interpersonal Relations
Handling Critical Situations And Taking Necessary Responsibility
Making Clear, Well-founded, And Timely Decisions
Motivating And Keeping The Team Together In A Challenging Work Environment
Clear Prioritization And Coordination
Giving The Team Room For Personal Development
Constructive Handling Of Conflicts Within The Team And With Stakeholders
Building And Expanding Procurement Teams And Departments
Developing Negotiation And Procurement Strategies
Conducting Tenders > 15 Million Euros
Negotiation Management
Contract Management And Legal Basics Of Procurement
Drafting, Consolidating, And Selecting Contracts
Avoiding Contract Risks In All Contract Types
Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, And Consolidation
Supply Chain Risk Management
License, Hardware, And Service Procurement
Defining, Creating, And Optimizing Procurement Processes
Setting Up And Revising Procurement Guidelines / Policies
Optimizing And Managing Ordering Processes
Market And Competitive Analyses

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2016 - Sep 2019

International University Karlsruhe

Bachelor of Arts, International Business · International Business · Karlsruhe, Germany

Sep 2009 - Aug 2012

IHK Stuttgart

IT Systems Management Clerk · Stuttgart, Germany

Certifications & licenses

IPMA Level D Certification

Steinbeis Institute

Profile

Created

August 2024

Last Update

September 2025

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Where is Philipp based?

Philipp is based in Brandenburg, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Philipp speak?

Philipp speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Philipp have?

Philipp has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Philipp has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 9 months. Note that Philipp may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Philipp be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Philipp would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Management / Team Leader - Headquarter Procurement, Strategic Procurement, Operational Procurement.

What is Philipp's latest experience?

Philipp's most recent position is Interim Management / Team Leader - Headquarter Procurement.

Which industries is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Education, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Philipp most experienced in?

Philipp is most experienced in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing, Information Technology (IT), and Finance. Philipp also has some experience in Marketing, Strategy and Planning, and Sales.

Which industries has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Philipp worked in recently?

Philipp has recently worked in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing and Operations.

What is Philipp's education?

Philipp holds a Bachelor in International Business from International University Karlsruhe.

Does Philipp have any certificates?

Philipp has 1 certificate: IPMA Level D Certification.

What is the availability of Philipp?

Philipp is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Philipp?

Philipp's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.