Procurement Manager

Are you a proactive procurement professional with a passion for financial services and technology? A leading international financial institution in Amsterdam is looking for a Procurement Specialist to strengthen its team. In this role, you will develop procurement practices, manage supplier relationships, and optimise sourcing processes in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Position within the organisation
The Procurement Specialist reports directly to the Procurement Manager and works closely with colleagues across various departments such as IT, Finance, and Legal. You will act as a key link between internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Role and responsibilities
As a Procurement Specialist, you are responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies while optimising processes. Your main tasks include:

• Developing and implementing sourcing strategies for various indirect spend categories;
• Managing supplier relationships and acting as the primary contact for vendors and internal stakeholders;
• Leading sourcing projects, negotiations, and contract processes while ensuring alignment with internal requirements;
• Supporting the end-to-end procure-to-pay process, including purchase requests, vendor onboarding, purchase order creation, and invoice coordination;
• Ensuring all procurement activities comply with internal policies, governance standards, and regulatory requirements;
• Identifying opportunities to improve procurement processes and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives;
• Supporting automation projects and process optimisation to enhance efficiency;
• Maintaining effective communication channels with stakeholders across multiple departments.

Candidate profile
We are looking for an analytical, independent professional who excels in stakeholder management and process improvement. You are results-oriented, commercially driven, and detail-focused. Additionally, you bring:

• At least 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain;
• Experience in financial services, technology or other fast-moving corporate environments (preferred);
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or a related field;
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing stakeholders;
• Knowledge of commercial contracting and supplier management practices;
• Familiarity with IT services, technology vendors or SaaS solutions (advantageous);
• The ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic environment;
• An analytical mindset focused on improving processes and delivering business value;
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

What we offer
Our client offers excellent employment conditions that match your experience and responsibilities. These include:

• A salary range between €65,000–€75,000 gross per year (depending on experience);
• A performance-based bonus structure;
• An attractive secondary benefits package;
• An international and collaborative working environment;
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organisation.

Interested? Apply now.

This role is managed by Walters People B.V., trading under the name Robert Walters.