Summary
Alexander Carls is a strategic procurement leader with nine years of progressive experience at Dürr, now serving as Director Strategic Procurement and Director Procurement Excellence. He blends an engineering background in technical computer science with an MBA in General Management to translate technical requirements into cost-efficient, scalable sourcing strategies. Over a decade at Dürr and earlier roles in robotics and R&D at Eisenmann, he has moved from hands-on software and project management into high-impact procurement and product leadership. Known for a methodical, curiosity-driven approach, he focuses on cross-functional alignment between engineering, product and supply chain to drive measurable savings and operational resilience. Based in Baden-Württemberg, he brings a rare mix of technical fluency and commercial acumen that helps bridge innovation and procurement execution. An understated strength is his ability to scale processes—transforming ad-hoc purchasing into disciplined, excellence-driven procurement frameworks.
9 years of coding experience
15 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Engineering - BE Technical Computer Science, Bachelor of Engineering - BE Technical Computer Science at Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW)
Master of Business Administration - MBA General Management, Master of Business Administration - MBA General Management at Wissenschaftliche Hochschule Lahr