Helga Deuster
About Helga Deuster
Helga Deuster is a Procurement Manager at wefox, where she has worked since 2021. Previously, she spent nine years at Santander Consumer Bank AG, where she led the Real Estate and Procurement department.
Work at wefox
Helga Deuster has been serving as the Procurement Manager at wefox since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing a significant purchasing volume of EUR 160 million. Her contributions include facilitating knowledge transfer across various functions and regions within the organization. Deuster plays a crucial role in the digitalization of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, ensuring that procurement operations are efficient and aligned with the company's strategic goals. Additionally, she supports the CFO in assessing new operating models and enhancing organizational collaboration structures.
Previous Experience at Santander Consumer Bank AG
Prior to her current position at wefox, Helga Deuster worked at Santander Consumer Bank AG from 2012 to 2021. She held the title of Abteilungsleiterin Real Estate & Procurement in Mönchengladbach, Deutschland, for a total of nine years. During her tenure, she managed various procurement functions and contributed to the bank's real estate operations. Her experience in this role provided her with a strong foundation in procurement management and strategic sourcing.
Procurement Management Expertise
As a Procurement Manager, Helga Deuster possesses extensive expertise in managing large purchasing volumes and optimizing procurement processes. Her role involves active stakeholder management at a global level, ensuring alignment between upper management and procurement strategies. Deuster's focus on digitalization within the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process highlights her commitment to improving operational efficiency and leveraging technology in procurement.
Knowledge Transfer and Stakeholder Management
Helga Deuster emphasizes the importance of knowledge transfer between different functions and regions within wefox. This approach fosters collaboration and enhances the overall effectiveness of procurement operations. Additionally, her role involves engaging in active stakeholder management, which is essential for aligning procurement initiatives with the strategic objectives of upper management on a global scale.