Category Manager vacatures in Amersfoort

Bedrijfsomschrijving

FrieslandCampina is not just a dairy company; it is a global leader with a mission to provide better nutrition for the world while ensuring a good living for its farmers. With a presence in over 30 countries and products reaching millions of consumers every day, they combine a rich heritage with a future-oriented, digital-first mindset.

At FrieslandCampina, you will work in an inclusive and diverse environment where 'staying true to who you really are' is the starting point. It is an organization that values entrepreneurship, sustainability, and continuous improvement. By joining their team, you become part of a purpose-driven community that embraces differences to drive collective growth and innovation.

Ensure your application reaches us by January 29th at the latest to be included in the first selection round on January 30th at 12:00 PM.

Are you ready to accelerate the digital transition of a global player as a strategic partner? At FrieslandCampina, IT and Digital are the engines behind their worldwide ambitions. As a Category Manager IT, you play a crucial role in realizing this data-centric transformation. You are the connecting force that translates complex IT challenges into innovative and sustainable procurement strategies.

In this interim assignment, you will lead the procurement process for the D&A, GBS, and Supply Chain domains. You are responsible for formulating a global category strategy with a three-year horizon. You will build mature relationships with strategic partners such as SAP and optimize supplier management to unlock maximum value and innovation. With your vision, you will take the governance structure to a higher level and maintain the balance between trust, performance, and risk mitigation within the IT value chain.

To excel in this challenging role at FrieslandCampina, you bring the following expertise:

• A completed university Master’s or postgraduate degree.
• At least 8 to 10 years of relevant work experience in IT sourcing, contract management, and vendor management at large international organizations.
• Deep knowledge of the global IT supplier market, with specific expertise in SAP and its associated ecosystems.
• Experience with procurement tools (such as Coupa) and a proven trackrecord in complex negotiations and cost optimization.
• Excellent command of the English language, both spoken and written; knowledge of the Dutch language is an advantage.

• A salary between € 5.000 - €6.000 per month based on 40 hours (depending on experience)
• An interim assignment for a period of 7 months for 38 hours per week, with the possibility of an extension
• A monthly Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 10.66% of your salary that you can use flexibly
• 25 vacation days + the option to purchase 6 extra days
• A sabbatical scheme; up to 12 months every three years
• Flexible public holidays
• Travel allowance
• Various bonus schemes
• The possibility of hybrid working
• A good pension scheme with ASR Capital
• Additional allowances for internet, phone, and a home office budget
• A training budget, coaching, an onboarding program, and unlimited access to the Yacht Academy with over 3,000 courses and training programs
• Network events, knowledge sessions, and an annual community festival
• And there’s more. Feel free to contact me. I’d be happy to tell you more about the total package of employment terms.

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