Procurement and Supply Chain Manager, Lankhorst Taselaar

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for material & inventory planning as well as effective sourcing strategies for procurement of direct and indirect commodities. Working cross functions and globally with engagement with Sales, Operations, Finance, Quality, Product Mgt, Marketing and Legal Teams for successful delivery and performance.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans aligned with business objectives, market conditions, and long-term growth strategies; Lead supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management to ensure competitive pricing, quality, service levels, and supply continuity; Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers; Identify cost reduction opportunities while maintaining quality, service standards, and supply chain resilience; Oversee and support day-to-day purchasing activities; Monitor global market trends, supplier risks, commodity developments, and capacity constraints; Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical sourcing standards, contractual obligations, and sustainability requirements; Collaborate closely with Product Managers to support new product introductions; Develop and execute supply chain strategies to optimise inventory levels, customer service performance, cash flow, and operational efficiency; Oversee demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and replenishment activities; Ensure continuity of supply through proactive risk management, supplier diversification, and contingency planning; Collaborate with Operations, Sales, Customer Service, Finance, and Product Management to align supply chain activities; Partner with Product Management and Trade Compliance teams to ensure product availability, regulatory compliance, import/export requirements, customs processes, and supply chain readiness; Establish supplier KPIs and conduct regular performance reviews; Drive supplier development initiatives; Monitor inventory health, obsolescence, safety stock levels, and product availability; Optimise inventory levels; Responsible for the fiscal monthly inventory forecast; Lead continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives; Support ERP implementation, enhancement, and adoption initiatives; Standardise and document processes; Utilise data analytics, KPI reporting, and business intelligence tools; Lead, develop, and coach procurement, planning, and supply chain teams; Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, teamwork, and customer focus

Requirements

BS/BA in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management; 5+ years of experience in Procurement management within a Supply-Chain context, preferably in an international environment; Profound knowledge of building a full Supplier Relationship Management toolkit (NDA's, Quarterly business reports, Quality improvements, Department project tracker, Bonus/Savings monitoring tool, Contract register, Compliance monitoring tool, Onboarding supplier data and criteria); Manage Supplier Agreements: Cost analysis and contract writing; Negotiation Skills; Interest in technical products; Able to use Personal Computers including MS/Windows, MS/Excel, MS/Word and warehouse/inventory management systems; Ability to work with an ERP; Strong communication and relationship management skills with the ability to interact and communicate at different levels, both within and outside the organisation; An ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and written; Mandatory fluency, both verbal and written, in Dutch and English; Strong cross functional leadership skills; A high sense of Ethics

Nice to have

System knowledge of ROI and MRP

Benefits

The possibility to partially work from home; Annual Bonus Plan with a target of 10% of the annual salary; A company car with a charging solution; Group/Pension Insurance; 25 days of holidays and additional ADV days; Free access to LinkedIn Learning to support your personal growth; A unique, fun, and rewarding work environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance in the Marine segment of the recreational industry