S2C Specialist MRO regional
S2C Specialist MRO regional
FrieslandCampina is looking for a highly skilled and driven Source-to-Contract Buyer to join our dynamic procurement team. In this role, you will take responsibility for executing sourcing plans and implementing category sourcing strategies for global procurement. If you're an experienced procurement professional with strong negotiation skills, a passion for continuous improvement, and a desire to contribute to a world-class sourcing process, we'd love to hear from you!
What we ask
- Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in procurement at a multinational company or Shared Services organization, with a strong understanding of the end-to-end Source-to-Pay process.
- Skills:
- Proven experience in executing RFx events and managing e-sourcing tools (e.g., Ariba, Keelvar, SAP).
- Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and supplier management skills.
- Ability to analyze, conclude, and summarize sourcing results accurately and quickly.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Dutch or any additional European language is a plus).
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and make decisions at your level.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
- A continuous improvement mindset, with a strong resilience and change agility.
What we offer
FrieslandCampina has a unique company culture of Dutch heritage and international presence. The work environment is informal and friendly, where you collaborate with passionate professionals. You will have access to training and coaching to support your professional growth, and internal career development opportunities are actively encouraged. With trust and autonomy, you will have the chance to create lasting impact, contributing to better nutrition for the world. As for the employment benefits:
- Full-time workweek of 38 hours, 5% year-end bonus, 10% performance bonus, and a market-standard pension;
- Flexible working hours and ample opportunities to work from home;
- 200 hours of annual leave, the option to buy or sell 40 extra hours, and 8% holiday allowance;
- Free milk & cheese during lunch and delicious barista coffee at our headquarters.
- A company laptop, and mobile phone are provided for seamless communication, whether working remotely or on the go.
Vacancy description
As a Source-to-Contract Buyer at FrieslandCampina, you will be responsible for the execution of sourcing strategies within the global procurement framework. Your role will include leading tender events, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance in the supplier selection process. You will manage the end-to-end sourcing process, from strategy development to contract management, while working closely with category managers to ensure successful execution. You will also help drive process improvements and ensure that procurement strategies align with business goals, delivering optimal value for FrieslandCampina.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute global sourcing plans based on category/business procurement strategies.
- Set up and lead RFx events, ensuring relevant commercial and legal documentation is included.
- Lead supplier negotiations and drive best-in-class sourcing results.
- Ensure full compliance with supplier safety, sustainability, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with Corporate Legal for contract management and documentation.
- Track team KPIs and contribute to continuous improvement within the sourcing process.
- Drive the use of preferred suppliers and manage the resolution of procurement-related issues.
Team Details
See all colleagues on LinkedInYou will be joining the Global Procurement team at FrieslandCampina, a collaborative and results-oriented group dedicated to delivering innovative sourcing solutions. Our team thrives on driving efficiencies, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to the company's overall success. As a Source-to-Contract Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in improving our sourcing processes and helping us achieve greater operational excellence.