Vacature Contract Manager Procurement in Breda bij Newcold

• Breda
• et1
• Geen
• Financieel / accountancy

Vacature omschrijving

Contract Manager Procurement

This is NewCold
NewCold is service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. NewCold strives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies, by offering advanced logistic services worldwide. We use latest technology that empowers our people, to handle food responsibly and guarantee food safety in a sustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships, and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next generation logistic solutions.

NewCold is one of the fastest growing companies in cold chain logistics. We are expanding our teams to support this growth. More information on NewCold can be found on www.newcold.com and our social media.

About the vacancy

The Contract Manager Procurement will be managing that suppliers are being contracted according to a certain standard and in a certain timeframe; next to that the Contract Manager Procurement can be requested to support in contractual discussions with suppliers during the execution phase of a project.

What will you do?

• Manage contract negotiations with suppliers
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards
• Collaborate closely with legal, project management, and technical teams to ensure cohesive and effective procurement operations
• Step-in and secure NewCold's position towards (and manage the relation with) the Supplier in the event of escalation by the project director in case of a breach of contract and/or misalignment and lead towards a workable solution
• International business travel, when required

Who are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• More than 7 years in experience in Extensive experience in procurement contract management roles, preferably in the high technology automated logistics industry or similar fields
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and assertive personality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Dutch and English, any other European language is a plus

Are you up for the job?
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager. A second interview will follow with a wider group of NewCold team members.

Why would you want to work for NewCold?
With the prospect of many new construction projects all over the world in the very near future, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerful company in the field of logistic services. We have the ambition and the potential to rapidly become the market leader in the field of modern and automated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transport and distribution. Although our proposition comprises an attractive benefits and compensation package, the (international) scope and impact of the position may appeal to you even more.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Contract Manager Procurement and help continue our successful growth?