Fatma Kharrat is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic purchasing and project management. Currently serving as Lead Buyer at Evonik since February 2022, Fatma manages EU-wide purchasing responsibilities for complex raw materials, utilizing automation and digitalization techniques. Previous roles include Junior Consultant at Infineon Technologies, focusing on intellectual property strategy and product lifecycle management, and conducting innovative research for automated blood cell diagnostics during a Master Thesis at Technische Universität München. Fatma's career also includes positions at Rohde & Schwarz, Siemens Healthineers, and Knorr-Bremse, encompassing product management, IT service management, and engineering support. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science in Electrical and Information Engineering and a Master of Business Administration from Technical University of Munich and Collège des Ingénieurs, respectively.