Michael Betke-Hornfeck

Chief Purchasing Officer, Driving Value, Compliance and Efficiency in Global Sourcing, Organizational Transformation resulting in high performing teams, Responsible / GxP-Compliant Sourcing

Ingelheim am Rhein, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

About

As an experienced Chief Purchasing Officer with over 25 years in global sourcing, supplier relationship management, cost optimization and value add, I specialize in building high-performing teams developing category strategies that align with business objectives and drive measurable results. Having a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry, specializing in compliant sourcing across regulated environments. I bring a deep understanding of GxP requirements, GxP-compliant supplier selection, and risk-based procurement strategies. I’ve led cross-functional teams, implemented digital procurement tools, and developed resilient supply chains. I’m passionate about sustainable value creation—not just cost-cutting—and I believe Sourciing is a highly strategic asset that can deliver a true competitive advantage. Key strengths: ✔ Category management, Strategic sourcing & supplier development ✔ Contract negotiation & risk mitigation ✔ GxP- and GMP-compliant procurement ✔ Digital procurement tools & process optimization ✔ Cross-border procurement & global supplier networks ✔ Sustainability and ESG in Purchasing Let’s connect if you’re interested in future oriented, sustainable, and results-driven Purchasing leadership.

Experience

  • Chief Purchasing Officer at Boehringer Ingelheim
    Jul 2017 - Present · 9 yrs

  • Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma Gmbh & Co. KG (7 yrs 4 mos)
    • Vice President Global Dept. Sourcing R&D+M
      Jan 2013 - Jun 2017 · 4 yrs 6 mos

    • Vice President Global Sourcing Medical
      Mar 2010 - Jan 2013 · 2 yrs 11 mos

  • Boehringer Ingelheim (3 yrs 6 mos)
    • Head of Global Sourcing Medical
      Jan 2010 - Mar 2010 · 3 mos

    • Head of Purchasing CRO
      Oct 2006 - Feb 2010 · 3 yrs 5 mos

  • International Contracts Manager at Schwarz Biosciences GmbH
    2004 - 2006 · 2 yrs

  • BD, PM at Pharm PlanNet Contract Research
    2000 - 2004 · 4 yrs