Are you ready to elevate JDE's European logistics procurement to world-class standards? As Regional Procurement Buyer - Inland Logistics (EU) at JDE, you drive strategic sourcing, deliver best-in-class cost performance, and shape sustainable supply chain initiatives across Europe. JDE is on a journey to build a world-class procurement organisation. As Regional Procurement Buyer - Inland Logistics (EU), you manage a strategic regional spend of €70-80 million across Inland Transportation, Strategic Co-packing, and Pallet Rental categories. Operating within the Technical and Logistics Procurement (TLP) team and reporting directly to the EU TLP Procurement Manager, you lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies, service supply, and price risk mitigation.
Your key accountabilities:
- Develop and execute regional category sourcing strategies for Inland Logistics, Co-packing, and Pallet rental, tracking benefits realization.
- Build effective stakeholder relationships across business units to maximize total cost of ownership savings and build productivity pipelines.
- Proactively lead supplier selection, negotiations, contracting, and relationship management to position JDE as a customer of choice.
- Define risk management strategies and maintain compliance with internal policies and the Combined Business Model.
- Drive sustainability initiatives under JDE Peet's Common Grounds ESG program, focusing on responsible sourcing, supplier audit tracking, and carbon reduction.
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Functie-eisen
- You hold a higher education degree or MBA.
- You have at least 5 years of relevant experience in regional logistics procurement and inland transportation strategy execution.
- You have a proven track record of delivering best-in-class cost and cash performance.
- You possess strong project management capabilities and a deep understanding of supplier contract negotiations.
Competenties
- Strategic negotiation and supplier relationship management skills to maximize value and position the organization as a customer of choice.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities across cross-functional and multi-country business units.
- High level of stress resistance and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong adaptability and comfort with ambiguity and change.
- Leadership mindset focused on driving continuous improvement, innovation, and ESG sustainability goals.
Arbeidsvoorwaarden
- A salary between €5900 and €7950 gross per month based on 40 hours
- A contract for year of 36 to 40 hours per week
- A monthly Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 8.76% of your salary that you can flexibly deploy
- A good travel allowance; 100% public transport reimbursement or € 0.23 per km
- 25 vacation days; 5 days can be included in the IKB budget
- A sabbatical scheme; up to 12 months every three years
- An attractive bonus scheme
- Flexible holidays; the freedom to exchange for other holidays
- The possibility to work hybrid
- A solid pension scheme with ASR Cappital
- Additional allowances for internet, telephone, and a home office setup budget
- A training budget, coaching, and unlimited access to the Randstad Academy with over 3,000 training courses and education programs
- Networking events, knowledge sessions, and an annual community festival
And there is more. Feel free to contact me. I would love to tell you more about the full employment package.
Bedrijfsinformatie
JDE is a global coffee and tea powerhouse, serving high-quality beverages across the world. The Purchasing function at JDE is on a continuous journey to become a World-Class Procurement Organisation, committed to delivering competitive cost structures, building top-line value through robust supplier partnerships, and championing a culture of pride and high performance. With a strong commitment to ESG through the Common Grounds initiative, JDE integrates sustainability, carbon reduction, and responsible sourcing into every strategic decision.
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nanda.wiegers@randstadprofessional.nl
06-51264907
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