One of the worlds leading logistics companies is recruiting a Procurement Manager, Transportation to join the team.The company has operations in over 160 countries, through over 750 agencies and is still growing!They are leading the way in terms of sustainable change within their industry and have ambitious targets to achieve net zero carbon by 2050.As Procurement Manager, working closely with the Director of Inter-modal Logistics Service, you will build and develop robust category plans and strategies, while establishing key strategic suppliers for your category area.You will be responsible for:Find and engage reliable suppliers by analysing the market based on the needs of the companyEvaluate and monitor existing agreements on pricing and service to ensure a constant alignment with best market practicesMaintain professional relationships with all stakeholdersPreparing and presenting reports to management/board members and actively participating in management meetingsManage a network of providers and stay informed of supplier developments in order to propose innovative solutionsSet up and monitor KPI'sSet up efficient negotiations (administration)Participate in networking eventsOrganise meetings with the operational services to identify their needs and to monitor whether agreements are respectedResponsible for correct pricingFollow-up on major tendersEnsuring a good line of communication with the head officeThe company offer: A competitive salaryGroup insurance for pension, life and invalidityAmbulatory medical insurance and dental planAnnual performance bonus subject to personal and company performanceHospitalisation insurance; free for employees, partner and childrenPossibility to make use of bicycle leasingAccess to 3000+ learning resources and courses
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