Procurement Cost Engineer, Veghel

Job Title: Procurement Cost Engineer

Vanderlande is seeking a Procurem ent Cost Engineer to drive cost optimization through comprehensive cost modeling and analysis. As a pivotal m ember of the global Procurement Center of Excellence (CoE), you will focus on developing should -cost models and providing insights to support strategic procurement decisions and cost reduction efforts.Our global procurem ent organization enables our projects and business functions by maximizing value and minimizing risks via the procurement of goods and services in the smartest, cos t-effective and sustainable way. We ensure a resilient and competit ive supplier ecosystem and aim to advance towards best-in-class practices, and ensure the organization is efficient, effective, and future -proof. Furthermore, our procurement organization plays an important role in Vanderlande's transformation from an Eng ineer-to-Order (ETO) to a Configure-to-Order (CTO) business model. This new model aims at enhancing value for its customers through increased standardization, scalability, and more competitive solutions.What will you be doing?

As a Procurement Cost Engineer, you will gather and analyze design- and cost data to build and maintain cost models for supporting Sales with budgets and build and maintain related should-cost models, compare these estimates with supplier quotes, and prepare reports to identify cost saving opportunities. Your detailed cost analysis will support procurem ent negotiations, and you will contribute to refining cost modeling processes and tools.Responsibilities

Gather and analyze cost-related data from various sources, including raw material prices, labor rates, and manufacturing processes to support the development of cost models and should-cost models at the component, assembly, or system level: - Perform cost maintenance and design related updates, on Computer Aided Pricing software tool (CAP) equipment records and track and report cost differences between product lifecycle milestones records- (Current state) Item selection for CAP records Build and maintain detailed (should) cost models including cost drivers of current and future products and services that provide insights into the theoretical minimum costs for products and services, with input from technology information Maintain and set-up equipment cost calculations in Computer Aided Cost Estimation software tool (Facton EPC)Compare should-cost estimates with supplier quotes and market prices, and prepare reports highlighting discrepancies and potential cost-saving opportunities Provide detailed cost analysis to support procurement negotiations with suppliers, helping to achieve favorable terms and cost reductions. Be an active member of the procurement negotiation team with suppliersContribute to the refinement of cost modeling processes and tools, suggesting improvements based on feedback and evolving business needs Add value to Value Engineering and DFX projects by providing should cost estimations or cost drivers for mechanical and/or electrical equipment during the development phasesWhat do we ask from you?

To be successful in this role, you should ha ve: Proven experience in engineering, anal yzing and in terp r eting cost d a ta, pre ferably procuremen t-specific da ta using an es t ablished cost engineering t ool (e.g., F acton) and in a manuf acturing environment (material c osts, production costs)Proficiency in da ta languages (e.g., SQL, P ython, R) and analytics t ools, capable of e xtr acting and i n terp r eting complex da tas ets to identify trends, patterns, and insig hts for further cost modelling and forecasting Proficiency in da ta visuali z ation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel) to eff ectively communic a te financial and cost insigh ts. Set scope and find internal support at other departments, in putting together reporting&visualization Advanced skills in conducting should-cost modeling to assess product and service cost drivers and total cost of ownership (T C O) Ability to independently handle ad-hoc cost engineering and analysis requests alongside the cr e ation of recurring r eports Proven experience in translating technological design data into financial cost data and being able to determine cost drivers, using known cost engineering techniquesKnowledge / experience in cost engineering (CE) and value engineering (VE) Proven experience in Data Management (JDE, and Enovia)&Tools (Computer Aided Cost Estimation Software (Facton EPC) and/or CAP) Familiarity with pr ocurement processes and supply chain management Excellent collabo r ation skills to work effectively with cross -functional teams and s takeholders Proficiency in E nglish for clear communi cation within an in ternational team settingAbout the team

The Procurement Center of Excellence (CoE) team at Vanderlande is a dynamic group of professionals dedic ated to providing strategic support and enhancing demand and supply management capabilities. Comprising d iverse roles such as RfX Specialists, Contract Administration Specialists, Procurement Reporting Analysts, Procurement Cost Engineers, Procurement Market Insight Analys ts, and Supplier Onboarding Specialists, the team collaborates closely with the demand and supply management teams to deliver high-quality support and insights. Operating across global and regional ce nters, our team thrives on collaboration, continuous learning, and a commit ment to excellence, making a significant impact on the organization’s success.What do we offer?

This position offers a competitive salary range of€ 4.700 to € 5.900 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance). 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days). Flexible working hours. A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office). A Health&Wellbeing budget worth€300,- per calendar year. Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport. Working from home allowance. Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance. On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills. A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives. And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista. Contact

If this opportunity aligns with your expertise and ambitions, we invite you to apply by submitting your CV and cover letter. For further information, please contact Stef Alferink (recruiter) by phone +31 413 755 087 Diversity&Inclusion

Vanderlande embraces diversity in all its forms. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.

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