Christian Ramsbeck
Berlin
Summary
Results-driven Procurement and Commodity Management professional with proven success in achieving substantial cost savings and managing an annual spend of ~€50M at Siemens. Strong track record in strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and framework agreements.
Experienced in driving digital and AI-powered process improvements, including automation of procurement workflows and implementation of advanced reporting (SAP, QlikView). Recognized for combining analytical expertise, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable value. International exposure and a Master’s degree in Business Administration strengthen a global mindset and adaptability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Bid Manager Rail Infrastructure
Siemens Mobility GmbH
12.2024 - Current
- Preparation, coordination, and execution of competitive offers and contracts, focusing on pricing for signaling and rail infrastructure projects (< €35M)
- Review of calculated costs from internal partners (Engineering, Procurement)
- Delivered winning proposals by researching and analyzing competitors, ensuring a competitive edge in every submission
- Reduced response time to RFPs with efficient planning, prioritization, and delegation of responsibilities among team members.
- Improved proposal content quality by establishing a dedicated review team to provide constructive feedback on drafts.
- Contribution to framework contract development, LoA process and other PM@Siemens relevant tools (e.g. Epiq)
- Add.: Managed projects as Commercial Project Manager (< €2.5M)
Commodity Manager Real Estate Services
Siemens Mobility GmbH
11.2019 - 11.2024
- Managed procurement volume (~50M €) across Technical FM, Infrastructure FM, Mail, Security, Movements, Restaurants, and Interior
- Led tender processes, framework contract negotiations, and supplier management
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain organization, promoting best practices for cost savings and process efficiency (winner SRE customer award 2025)
- Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication, performance evaluations, and collaborative problem-solving initiatives
- Acted as Procurement Project Manager for real estate projects (e.g. <€10M refurbishments)
- Implemented AI solutions to accelerate process efficiency (e.g. Robot Order process, digital mail solutions)
- Developed reporting tools using QlikView and SAP; active in global digitalization initiatives
Working Student SCM (Real Estate-Services)
Siemens AG
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Assisted in tenders for large projects (e.g., Siemens Campus Erlangen)
- Conducted offer evaluations, analyses, and framework contract reviews
- Drive own sourcing projects (Meeting rooms)
- implementation of a project management tool within procurement organization
Working Student, Strategic Procurement PlasticPart
Brose Fahrzeugteile GmbH & Co. KG
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Built market analysis for injection molding suppliers across Europe
- Supported floating price adjustment system introduction and annual price negotiations
- Prepared management decision templates (Make-or-Buy)
Additonal Roles
Adidas, McDonalds, Rudolf Wöhrl, Gressel
09.2012 - 06.2017
- Additional roles include internships and student jobs in logistics, procurement, and retail at Spedition Gressel, Rudolf Wöhrl AG, Adidas AG, McDonald's Germany.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Otto-Friedrich-University
Bamberg10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Julius-Maximilian-University
Würzburg04.2017
Dual Study Program Business Administration - Business Administration
Dual University Baden-Württemberg
Mannheim06.2013
High School Diploma -
Friedrich-Alexander-Gymnasium
Neustadt Aisch (GERMANY)06.2012
Skills
- Strategic management of commodities
- Implementation of AI solutions for efficiency
- Project Management Bid Management
- Analytical reporting tools
- Multilingual communication: German, English, Latin
Affiliations
- Youth Soccer Coach – Bavarian Football Association
- Volunteer – Special Olympics Berlin 2023
Timeline
Commercial Bid Manager Rail Infrastructure
Siemens Mobility GmbH
12.2024 - Current
Commodity Manager Real Estate Services
Siemens Mobility GmbH
11.2019 - 11.2024
Working Student SCM (Real Estate-Services)
Siemens AG
09.2018 - 10.2019
Working Student, Strategic Procurement PlasticPart
Brose Fahrzeugteile GmbH & Co. KG
01.2018 - 06.2018
Additonal Roles
Adidas, McDonalds, Rudolf Wöhrl, Gressel
09.2012 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Otto-Friedrich-University
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Julius-Maximilian-University
Dual Study Program Business Administration - Business Administration
Dual University Baden-Württemberg
High School Diploma -
Friedrich-Alexander-Gymnasium
Hobbies and Interests
Soccer, Padel Tennis, Fantasy Football, stock market
International experience
Concordia Language Villages – Bemidji, Minnesota, USA (07/2018 – 08/2018)
- Language Teacher and Soccer Coach for children aged 8–18
- Responsible for daily project organization in an international, cross-functional team
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