Interim Category Procurement Manager

Over onze klant

Our client operates in the FMCG/Food production in Breda. Operating across Europe and North America, the organization serves a broad customer base including retailers, foodservice providers, and industrial partners.

With multiple manufacturing sites and a complex inbound and outbound supply chain, the company places strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and operational efficiency. They are currently investing in areas like waste stream valorization and logistics optimization with the goal of creating long-term environmental and economic value.

Functie

Main responsibilities as Interim Category Procurement Manager:

• Manage procurement for all inbound transport and outbound logistics (from production sites to DCs and customers)
• Oversee and support tender processes for both road and sea freight
• Contribute to the restructuring of sea freight, including a plan to split the business between two carriers starting next year
• Upload and maintain transport tariffs and rate structures in procurement systems
• Collaborate on cold chain logistics topics, particularly frozen product transport - experience in this area is a plus
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, improve service levels, and support contract negotiations

• Manage procurement of site services including: Cleaning, Catering, Clothing
• Monitor service provider performance and ensure compliance with existing contracts

• Support development of a business case for a centralized warehouse near the factory sites
• Work closely with internal logistics, operations, and finance teams to align procurement activities with business goals
• Offer procurement insights into broader supply chain improvements

• Ensure correct and timely upload of logistics tariffs and conditions into relevant systems
• Maintain supplier data and procurement records in line with internal controls
• Support tactical activities to improve operational flow

Profiel

For this role as Interim Category Procurement Manager:

• Minimum 5-7 years in procurement, with a strong focus on facilities and logistics categories (road, sea, inbound/outbound)
• Experience in or exposure to cold chain / frozen transport is highly desirable
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or other fast-paced, supply chain-driven sectors is preferred
• Previous involvement in tendering and supplier negotiation processes
• Able to work independently and manage categories with minimal supervision
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Analytical and structured thinker with a pragmatic, hands-on mindset
• Comfortable with systems (preferably SAP), data input, and procurement documentation
• Effective communicator - capable of communicating with internal stakeholders and supplier partners

• Start date: August 2025
• Full time assignment (4oh per week)
• Contract for 6 months
• Hibryd working (3 days on site, 2 days working from home)