Procurement Manager a.i.

In This Role As Procurement Manager A.i. You Will

• Lead and manage the procurement function and team on a daily basis.
• Coach and develop buyers towards a more strategic and category-driven way of working.
• Implement and improve procurement processes, governance, and best practices.
• Establish category reviews and support category management development.
• Ensure the successful execution of procurement strategies defined by senior leadership.
• Manage key supplier relationships and strategic commercial discussions.
• Collaborate closely with Quality, Operations, and other internal stakeholders.
• Support procurement activities when operational support is required.
• Drive change initiatives and create a high-performing procurement organization.
• Monitor procurement performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on procurement-related matters.

Lead the procurement teamAssignment for 12 months

Requirements For The Procurement Manager A.i.

• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager, Head of Procurement, or Procurement Lead in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong track record in procurement transformation and team development.
• Experience implementing category management and procurement excellence methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and deliver results in complex organizations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
• Fluent in English.
• ZZP registered and based in the Netherlands.

A manufacturing and production organization in Venlo is seeking an experienced procurement leader to support a strategic business initiative.

• A full-time interim assignment.
• Initial contract duration of approximately 12 months with potential extension.
• Opportunity to drive meaningful organizational change.
• High level of autonomy and visibility within the organization.
• Hybrid