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Software Category Buyer

Employer
Bramwith Consulting
Location
Amsterdam
Salary
EUR60000 - EUR65000 per annum +
Closing date
10 Aug 2022

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Specialist Area
Purchasing, supply (main), Procurement
Job Level
Buyer
Sector
Information Technology
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Software Category Buyer

Globally Recognised IT Consulting Firm

Location - Amsterdam, NL

Salary - €60k-€65k base + Bonus & Benefits

Contact - Rikard, JobsRL@bramwithconsulting.co.uk

This multi-billion € global leader in the IT Consulting and Professional Service sector is seeking an IT Procurement Buyer with strong knowledge of Software to join its growing global procurement team to support the ever-increasing demands of IT Procurement for its clients. you will act as a key liaison between sales, bid management, finance and procurement teams to ensure smooth purchasing processes and delivery of software services to the company's clients.

As the Software Category Buyer, you will work cooperatively with your regional and global colleagues to deliver the IT Procurement Strategy at the local level, ensuring effective communication of business objectives to your stakeholders and meeting procurement's performance targets.

As the Software Category Buyer you will:-

  • Execute regional procurement category strategy across software commodities in coordination with your global procurement colleagues
  • Provide subject matter expertise and market knowledge to internal business stakeholders in the region on any matters related to software products, services, suppliers, and general market intel
  • Support the sales teams on bid management and acquisition of new customers
  • Develop and deliver procurement reports on savings and benefits achieved by the group
  • Challenge the status quo by providing new ideas and methodologies that will improve procurement processes and deliver better value to the P&L

To be considered for the position of Software Category Buyer you must have the following skills and experience:-

  • Clear track record and expertise in tendering and negotiating IT Software contracts or previous experience in a commercial or contracts-focused position within Software such as software asset management
  • Excellent commercials skills with regard to contracts management and negotiation
  • Highly strategic mindset with the ability to think outside the box and implement changes that will drive operational efficiency
  • Ability to work in very fast-paced and high-pressure global environment and adapt quickly to changing business needs
  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills to operate within a cross-functional and multi-national business
  • Must speak fluent Dutch as well as a professional level of English

Further to the experience, you will gain in supporting this leading global player in expanding its capabilities in the Dutch market, this company also prides itself in its Learning & Development and internal mobility programs that will provide you with ample opportunities for personal and professional development both locally and internationally.

If you are an ambitious and motivated IT Procurement professional looking for your next career move then this is the one! Apply now with an English version of your CV to Rikard at JobsRL@bramwithconsulting.co.uk or via the link above.

Company

Award-winning recruitment specialist with an exclusive global pool of procurement, operations and supply chain talent.

Working with a wide range of small start-ups through to large FTSE 100 businesses, Bramwith Consulting has established a reputation for excellence, delivery and market knowledge.

Our expert consultants, work on both contingency and retained search mandates with clients, advising and assisting them in hiring niche Procurement staff. Our experienced recruiters have proven track records establishing and developing relationships with clients and candidates alike, allowing us to provide the highest calibre of candidates and job opportunities.

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