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Lead Procurement Manager Supply Chain

As the Lead Procurement Manager Supply Chain, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in our existing business and international expansion. Supporting our Supply Chain organization, you will set the course for its procurement, build strong and sustainable relationships with suppliers, and work closely with colleagues from across Europe. Together, you will ensure that our supply chain is ready for the future: efficient, scalable, and sustainable.

What will you do?

• Lead the procurement team for our Supply Chain organization (logistics and transport service providers, sea freight, materials handling equipment, and distribution centers) (4 FTE)
• Develop category plans and contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor budgets, savings, and targets in close collaboration with Business Control.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and colleagues from logistics, legal, and finance to achieve joint results.
• Strengthen cooperation and knowledge sharing within the international procurement team.
• As a Lead, you will also be involved in the daily operations of the team and provide support.

What does your workday look like?

You start with a meeting with fellow leads about the progress of a five-year plan. Then you discuss with logistics service providers the possibilities for new contracts in line with our expansion plans. In the afternoon, you collaborate with Business Control on budgeting and with Legal on compliance issues. In between, you have contact with your team members, coach them in their development, and ensure that everyone stays focused.

What we offer you

• A challenging leadership role in a fast-growing international environment.
• The space to make a direct impact.
• An engaged, multicultural team where collaboration is central.
• An environment where innovation, sustainability, and personal growth come together.
• Market-conform employment conditions including bonus opportunities (short terms and long term) and a pension plan..
• Growth opportunities in a dynamic and fast growing company.

Who are you?

You are a connecting personality who stands firm and gets energy from collaboration. You have experience with procurement in supply chain and know how to combine strategy and stakeholder management.

• Completed bachelor's degree.
• At least 10 years of experience in an international supply chain environment.
• Experience with contract management, category plans, and supplier selection.
• Financially and analytically strong.
• Experience with source to pay systems (SAP Ariba is a plus).
• Excellent communication skills and project management skills.
• You dare to express your opinion, are stress-resistant, and maintain an overview.

Why Action?

At Action, we are a fast-growing non-food retailer with more than 3,000 stores across Europe. Our goal is to make our customers' daily lives easier and more enjoyable with super affordable products. We offer a vibrant, international work environment where teamwork, fun, and growth are central. With our Action Academy, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and be part of our success. Moreover, we are focused on sustainability, lowering prices while improving quality and making our products more environmentally friendly. This way, we contribute to a better world and make shopping accessible to everyone! And we care about our team. Whether it's running in the Amsterdam Marathon or a big Action party, we know how to keep the atmosphere lively.

Meet your team

You work in Action's international procurement team of circa 25 FTE, where colleagues with different backgrounds work together towards one goal: a future-proof and efficient supply chain. The team is multicultural, ambitious, and focused on collaboration. You report to the Head of Procurement and work closely with fellow leads, controllers, legal counsels, and supply chain managers.

Are you interested? We'd love to hear from you

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What happens after you apply for the vacancy?

1. We assess your application and contact you quickly.
2. First interview with the manager and a colleague.
3. An online assessment to get to know you better.
4. Second interview: discuss the results and explore the role further.
5. If it clicks, welcome aboard as our new Lead Procurement Manager Supply Chain!

Throughout the process, your recruiter is your main point of contact and available for all your questions.