Category Manager

Job Description

Fugro operates an innovative fleet of specialised vessels equipped with state-of-the-art survey spreads, globally. In addition, Fugro owns and maintains a high-tech land-and airborne spread of equipment to acquire Geo Data of our planet.

For our head office in Leidschendam, the Netherlands, we are looking for a Category Manager to join the Global Category Equipment & MRO team. You lead the category which includes Fuels, Equipment and Services for Fugro’s Marine and Land businesses from a Procurement perspective.

In this role, you are responsible for, cooperation with the business stakeholders, developing and implementing a procurement category strategy, and driving cost savings in compliance with global standards and guidelines. You play a key role in this context by developing & executing category strategies, negotiating and managing (implementing) agreements with suppliers, and serving as a focal point for procurement requests.

Your Role

• You are responsible for the procurement of goods and services in the Equipment & MRO category e.g., fuels, vessel equipment, automation and controls, drilling equipment, equipment engineering, and other related activities;

• You develop and implement a comprehensive category strategy including sourcing and contracting, integrating ESG aspects and other sustainability practices in alignment with the company's overall procurement goals and objectives;

• You build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate contracts. You monitor and manage supplier performance to drive continuous improvement of products and services and mitigate supply risks;

• You conduct market research, identify market trends and potential suppliers, considering ESG and sustainability risks, and lead the end-to-end procurement process, including RFQs, RFPs, and negotiations, to achieve optimal terms and conditions;

• You identify opportunities to optimise total cost of ownership (TCO), drive savings initiatives, and implement efficient procurement practices;

• You actively build and maintain strong relationships with the Business and Procurement stakeholders to align your strategy. You are reporting to the stakeholders on the category and category developments on a regular basis.

Your track record

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification (e.g., NEVI, CIPS) is a plus;

• You have proven experience (5+ years) in procurement or strategic sourcing and contract management, ideally in the Marine and Vessel category, preferably within multinational and multicultural organisation;

• You are experienced in strategic sourcing methodologies, contract negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship management;

• You have an excellent command of the English language, good communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels;

• You have strong project and change management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

What Fugro offers

• A diverse and inclusive working environment;

• A competitive salary;

• 29 holidays per year based on a fulltime employment (of which 4 are appointed by Fugro management) and the possibility to purchase 12 additional days;

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally;

• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies;

• Commuting allowance;

• Modern pension scheme;

• Collective health insurance;

• Possibility to register with our corporate fitness plan;

• Coaching options through our EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Are you interested?

Please visit our Company Page to find out more on what it is like to work at Fugro. If you have any further questions, please contact Diana Martinez, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Tel. +31 6- 43 77 72 28.

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After you have applied

• You will receive an automated confirmation-email of the receipt of your application;

• When we see a match, we will invite you for the first interview within a couple of days. Of course, you will also receive a message if we will not invite you;

• After a successful first round, you will be invited for the second round;

• If we are both still positive after the second interview, we will make you an offer and with that we hope to welcome you at Fugro!

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**