Take full ownership of the procurement function, including line management responsibility for the procurement team. Drive the implementation of the Procurement 3.0 strategy.
Design and execute a category management strategy with support from Finance, including a comprehensive spend cube analysis.
Develop and implement efficient procurement processes, ensuring alignment with Beekeeper’s operational needs and compliance requirements.
Lead the commercial negotiations for all agreements, ensuring the best price and best value, and proactively identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Enhance cross-departmental relationships across the business.
Design and implement a robust vendor management process, fostering strong vendor relationships while ensuring accountability for contractual obligations.
Further develop and track key procurement KPIs (e.g., savings achieved, contract negotiation success,...) and report regularly to leadership.
Ensure compliance with all internal procurement processes, including Privacy and Infosec requirements, while maintaining a commercially sensible approach.
Requirements:
5-7 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years leading a procurement function. Experience in SaaS and technology procurement is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of commercial contract terms and a proven ability to negotiate effectively, collaborating with Legal on contract-related matters.
Demonstrates a proactive attitude and effectively handles ambiguous and rapidly changing environments.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cross-functionally, engaging stakeholders at all levels.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Offer:
Duration of employment: 6 months
Remote work
Taking on interesting challenges in an international environment
The opportunity to share expertise and gain new knowledge