Job Description:
Sourcing & Procurement Specialist-Senior Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for executing sourcing and category management activities in assigned categories such as Contract Transportation – Road Linehaul. This involves collaborating with business partners to develop and implement sourcing strategies.
We seek a fast-learning professional who is proactive, able to forge strong relationships with business partners, set category strategies, identify and analyze cost-saving opportunities, align complex business requirements, and manage multi-country tenders through e-sourcing platforms. The role also involves driving the execution of supplier award decisions.
This is an opportunity to join our international team responsible for sourcing goods and services supporting global operations, ensuring quality, innovation, and cost competitiveness while maintaining ethical supplier relationships.
Our mission is to balance acquiring products and services at optimal costs, mitigate supply risks, and maximize value for partners.
Key responsibilities include category management, leading international sourcing strategies, market analysis, procurement reporting, stakeholder relationship management, leading RFx processes, and supporting procurement excellence projects.
Required experience and skills encompass international procurement and strategic sourcing expertise, ability to lead multiple projects, stakeholder management, contract negotiation, analytical skills, proficiency in MS Office, fluency in English, and ability to work collaboratively in an international environment. European nationality or Dutch work permit is mandatory.