Job Description

Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multiomics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

For more information, please visit www.bruker.com.

We are looking for a Global Spare Parts Manager (m/f/d) at our location in Ettlingen.

We offer:

• Modern workplaces on a newly built campus equipped with state-of-the-art technology
• Continuous learning opportunities through the internal Bruker Academy
• Development opportunities within a global organization
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home
• 30 days of annual leave plus additional special leave
• Vacation and Christmas bonuses
• Company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits
• Complimentary hot beverages and water
• JobRad program & employee discounts
• Various dining options nearby and a subsidized company cafeteria
• A range of company events
• A positive, open, and forward-thinking international team
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• EGYM Wellpass (discounted fitness program)
• Subsidy for the Deutschland Ticket

The Global Spare Parts Manager (m/f/d) is responsible for the global governance and continuous optimization of spare parts, refurbished parts, and loaner inventories within Global Service.The role ensures high service availability and cost efficiency through proactive, data‑driven inventory, process and lifecycle management while providing global transparency and governance.Acting as a cross‑functional interface, the position aligns Service, Supply Chain, Finance and Product Management on global spare parts decisions to support scalable service growth.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for defining and maintaining the global spare parts strategy with a focus on service availability, inventory optimization, and cost efficiency.
• Establishes and executes regular global stock reviews, including identification and implementation of scrapping and obsolescence measures.
• Acts as global stakeholder and key interface to Logistics and Supply Chain for service warehouse concepts, ensuring alignment between spare parts requirements and logistics execution.
• Leads global FRU (field replaceable unit) and refurbishment management, including part definitions, refurbishment scope, and lifecycle decisions in alignment with PLM and Product Management.
• Ensures consistent usage and sell‑off of refurbished parts, supported by close monitoring of refurbished inventory, demand, and availability.
• Establishes global governance for loaner inventory management, providing transparency across regions and alignment between demand, availability, and lifecycle.
• Develops and maintains global spare parts analytics and reporting, enabling transparency across product families and supporting growing portfolio complexity.
• Acts as a key cross‑functional interface to Service Operations, Supply Chain, PLM, Product Management and Finance to ensure aligned and sustainable decisions.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Master’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience considered
• 6–8 years of professional experience in spare parts, service, or supply chain environment
• Strong expertise in spare parts management, inventory optimization, and lifecycle management
• Fluent English (min. B2 Level) and native-level German required
• Solid understanding of service logistics and refurbishment/repair processes
• Good technical understanding of analytical instrumentation or service environments
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in data-driven decision making
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP SD/MM/CS)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting and BI tools is a plus
• Strong communication skills with ability to work cross-functionally and independently