Meet DeepL

DeepL is a global AI product and research company focused on building secure, intelligent solutions to complex business problems. Over 200,000 business customers and millions of individuals across 228 global markets today trust DeepL's Language AI platform for human-like translation, improved writing and real-time voice translation.
Founded in 2017 by CEO Jaroslaw “Jarek” Kutylowski, DeepL now has around 1,000 passionate employees and is supported by world-renowned investors including Benchmark, IVP, and Index Ventures.

Our goal is to become the global leader in trusted, intelligent AI technology, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and create a meaningful impact. To achieve this, we need talented people like you to join our journey. If you’re ready to shape the future of AI and grow your career in a fast-moving, purpose-driven environment, DeepL is your next destination.

What sets us apart

What sets us apart is our blend of cutting-edge AI technology, meaningful work, and a culture where people truly thrive. We’re a team of innovators, researchers, and creators driven by a shared purpose to unlock human potential by making work simpler, smarter, and more connected.

When we share what it’s like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This might be because of our technology that helps millions of people and businesses communicate and work better every day, or because of the trust, curiosity, and care that shape our culture.

What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation, growth, and well-being. Discover more about life at DeepL onLinkedIn,Instagram, and our Blog.

Your Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select vendors and negotiate contracts, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, and timely delivery.

• Manage the full end to end procurement cycle from gathering requirements, identifying and appraising suppliers, negotiating contracts, and SRM activities, focussing on SaaS.

• Partner with various teams such as IT, Security, Finance, and Legal to streamline the process and ensure contracts are fully compliant and aligned with business needs and best practices.

• Procurement Process & Transformation

  • Support the evolution of procurement from an IT-only focus to a company-wide function.

  • Implement efficient procurement processes, including purchase requisition, order placement, and invoice reconciliation, leveraging technology tools and systems.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

  • Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on SaaS and other procurement matters.

  • Maintain clear and proactive communication on progress, risks, and outcomes.

  • Develop and execute strategies to consolidate the software toolsets in place.

About you

• Proven experience in an IT/SaaS Procurement role (buyer or above) or similar role, preferably within the IT or SaaS.

• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable terms.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities and deadlines.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a keen attention to detail.

• Fluent in English

• Knowledge of procurement best practices..

• Experience collaborating with Finance, Legal, and IT stakeholders.

• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to maintain transparency across multiple projects.

• Ability to balance short-term needs (e.g., renewals) with long-term stra