Introduction

As a Specialist Indirect Procurement, you are the key link between manufacturing sites, internal stakeholders, and suppliers. You ensure that indirect procurement categories such as Facilities, MRO and biologics-related services are sourced strategically, compliantly, and cost-effectively. In this role, you directly influence cost savings, supplier performance, and risk mitigation in a GMP-regulated environment.

What are you going to do

Strategic sourcing & supplier managementYou develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories, lead RFIs and RFPs, evaluate suppliers, and drive consolidation, savings, and risk mitigation.

Site-level stakeholder managementYou support manufacturing and site stakeholders with procurement decisions, ensure site spend aligns with agreed sourcing strategies, and challenge requirements when needed.

Contract negotiation & contract managementYou lead and participate in supplier negotiations (including contracts > €10M), implement contracts, ensure compliance, and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, and service.

Analysis, governance & continuous improvementYou analyse spend, supplier performance, and KPIs (such as PPV and Working Capital), safeguard SAP procurement data, and proactively improve procurement processes and supplier relationships.

Essential skills and knowledge

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree hbo in Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain or Procurement.
At least 3 years of experience in procurement or a similar role.
Proven experience in Strategic Sourcing and supplier negotiations.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Ariba or eSourcing (Coupa is a plus).
Preferably experience in a manufacturing and/or GMP-regulated environment.
Fluency in English, both spoken and written (Dutch is a strong advantage).
Living in the Nehterlands.

What we offer

A gross monthly salary up to €5,500 (excluding 8% holiday allowance), depending on experience.
Performance-based bonus opportunities.
Lease car or travel allowance, laptop and mobile phone.
25 vacation days, with the option to purchase additional days.
Extensive training and career development opportunities via the Brunel Academy.
Solid pension scheme and collective health insurance.
Discounts on gyms, cultural activities, and vitality programs.

Over Brunel

Brunel Engineering connects highly skilled professionals with leading organizations in engineering, life sciences, and industry. We offer an open and professional work culture where your initiative, development, and expertise are recognized and rewarded.

Closing: March 20, 2026

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Vacancy reference: TR-277631

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