Procurement Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Netherlands.

📋 Description

• Assist with daily procurement tasks to ensure effective supply chain operations

• Prepare and manage purchase orders, requisitions, and various procurement documentation

• Aid in vendor evaluation and selection by conducting market research and data analysis

• Work collaboratively with team members to identify cost-saving measures and enhance processes

• Compile reports and presentations regarding procurement activities and performance metrics

• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures in all procurement endeavors

• Provide support to team members with supply management and procurement inquiries related to their categories

• Advocate for, provide guidance on, and ensure compliance with the Global Procurement Policy and its associated procedures

• Manage one or more spending categories independently, with support from the team

• Conduct intermediate-level financial analysis of tender responses for presentation to senior management and the Global Head of Procurement

• Maintain the Procurement Source to Contract platform for contract and supplier management

• Identify opportunities for system and process enhancements

• Update and enhance the Procurement intranet site

• Learn and make contributions from Day 1

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline

• 1 to 3 years of experience in procurement or a comparable role

• Eagerness to acquire new skills, processes, and techniques

• Curiosity and innovative thinking in problem-solving

• Capability to articulate and suggest effective solutions

• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively in a close-knit team

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Familiarity with Power BI is a plus

• Strong analytical and problem-solving competencies

• Experience in managing complex data

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

• Attention to detail and aptitude for prioritizing and managing multiple tasks from start to finish

• Understanding of procurement processes and best practices

• Experience with supplier management and vendor relationships is preferred

• Strong time management and prioritization abilities

• Capacity to meet deadlines

• Positive attitude and proactive mindset

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken

• Potential to fulfill security clearance, right-to-work, identification, and work history checks for customer projects

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible Leave Paid Time Off policy

• Remote working opportunities

• Global Wellbeing Days

• Opportunities for growth

• Resources and guidance for professional development

• Talented colleagues, role models, and mentors

• Commitment to sustainability through the Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy and Act4Good program

• Safe and inclusive work environment

• Employee Resource Groups accessible to all

• Commitment to equal opportunities

• Potential security clearance and background checks conducted in compliance with local privacy laws