Please note that the location of this vacancy will be moving from Almere to Hilversum as from Summer 2026!

Key Responsibilities
Supplier & Contract Management
• Own and manage contracts within assigned spend categories and scope.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with the top 30 global suppliers.
• Conduct regular performance reviews on top 30 suppliers and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Identify, vet, and onboard new key suppliers aligned with business needs and compliance standards.
Supplier Optimization & Rationalization
• Drive supplier rationalization initiatives to reduce fragmentation and improve efficiency.
• Consolidate supplier spend into fewer, high-value contracts to leverage economies of scale.
• Expand scope with existing suppliers to enhance service delivery and quality.
Strategic Sourcing & Spend Transformation
• Shift procurement focus from supplier-led to demand-led purchasing strategies.
• Challenge historical spend behaviors and promote data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with operational needs.
Cost Optimization & Value Engineering
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement value engineering initiatives using industry best practices.
• Encourage departments to rethink supplier selection and spend strategies.
• Introduce innovative procurement processes and procedural improvements to reduce total cost of ownership.
Performance Targets
• Reduce supplier base by 10% within 12 months.
• Achieve 100% contract coverage for strategic spend categories and top 30 suppliers.
• Deliver 5% annual cost reduction through sourcing and process improvements.
• Ensure at least 90% compliance with SLAs and KPIs.
• Complete vetting and onboarding of new suppliers within 30 days of identification.
• Implement a minimum of two procurement process improvements per quarter.

Your Qualifications & Experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supplier Management within complex, matrixed organizations.
• Alternatively, experience in management consulting or global FMCG environments with a strong track record in procurement-related projects.
• Advanced education (e.g., MSc, MBA) in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, or a related field is preferred.

Your Skills & Competencies
• Analytical Excellence: Demonstrated ability to perform quantitative analysis, interpret complex data sets, and apply fact-based decision-making to procurement strategies.
• Strategic Thinking: Capable of challenging legacy processes and driving transformation through innovative sourcing and supplier management approaches.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to engage and influence senior internal and external stakeholders across functions and geographies.
• Communication Skills: Strong presentation and verbal communication skills; able to articulate complex ideas clearly and confidently in English.
• Collaboration & Leadership: A team-oriented mindset with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and contribute to a high-performance culture.

Benefits
• 25 Days of Annual Leave: As a full-time employee, you will receive 25 days of paid holiday each year, with the flexibility to buy or sell up to 4 additional days to meet personal needs.
• Hybrid Work Model: We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, enabling you to seamlessly balance office and remote work to enhance productivity and work-life balance.
• Work From Abroad: Take advantage of the opportunity to work remotely from abroad for up to 2 weeks annually.
• International Work Environment: Join a dynamic, global team that fosters collaboration and cultural diversity, providing you with a rich and inclusive professional experience.
• Partial Travel Allowance: Benefit from a partial travel allowance to support your commuting costs, ensuring your journey to and from work is more affordable.
• Hunkemöller Academy: Gain access to our Hunkemöller Academy, offering a wide range of professional development programs to support your career growth and skill enhancement.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy a 25% discount on all company products, allowing you to access our offerings at a reduced price

We are not looking to collaborate with recruitment agencies on this role. Any unsolicited sharing of CV's will be considered a NO FEE applicant.