Global Procurement Manager Information Technologies&Consultancy, Utrecht

Job Description

The position of Global Procurement Manager Business Services– IT and Consultancy sits in the Global Procurement Marketing and Business Services organization. An incredibly diverse team that helps each other learn, grow, and develop. As a Global Procurement Manager Business Services, you will focus on sourcing Information Technology (IT) and Consultancy services. We need you to be a knowledgeable professional who also relies on the interpersonal skillset developed over the years. You’ll have a crucial role in creating and protecting the impact we look for in our value chain. Responsibilities include:Develop robust global category sourcing strategies, lead execution, and track benefits realization. Build effective relationships engaging with internal stakeholders across regions, functions, and business units. Proactively manage supplier relationships and negotiate to deliver cost&cash results. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices in IT procurement to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Oversee high-level risk management activities for the respective category areas. Ensure compliance with internal policies&procedures and manage compliance to the Combined Business Model. Build longer-term productivity pipelines in the categories to ensure continuous delivery against Procurement productivity targets. Lead cross-functional teams on strategic projects and initiatives to drive operational excellence and business transformation.Qualifications

We are looking for an experienced individual with a drive for excellence. Important qualifications include: Minimum of 6 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in IT procurement roles in multinational companies. An excellent track record of delivering“best in class cost and cash results” by leading complex procurement projects and cross-functional teams.Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights. Solid understanding of IT procurement processes, technologies, and market dynamics. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.Preference for candidates with a further degree / MBA. Fluency in English, additional languages a plus. Additional Information

Your application at JDE Peet's If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE Peet's, apply and join us. After receiving your application, we will do our utmost to give you quick feedback. Part of the recruitment procedure at JDE Peet's would be an online assessment, followed by interviews. A pre-employment check can be part of the recruitment process.The future of work is hybrid, with both office and home playing an important role. At JDE Peet's, we value meeting colleagues in the office to unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea together and we enjoy our focus time when working from home. Who we are? JDE Peet’s is the world's leading pure-play coffee and tea company, with local roots dating back to 1753, and is headquartered in the Netherlands. We unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea in more than 100 countries with a portfolio of over 50 brands.What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s? We are people united by the power and possibility of tea and coffee. At JDE Peet’s, we thrive on the freedom to pursue opportunities, provoking new ideas to make an impact at scale.

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