Contract Specialist (Dutch Speaking)

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

This position gives you the opportunity to enhance, optimize and improve an already great Contracts & Tender process to be best in class in The Netherlands. Tenders, Contracts & Pricing works cross-functionally to realize Stryker commercial and corporate goals. This small team is comprised of individuals with diverse expertise but a common passion to drive Stryker’s agenda inside and outside of the organization within an extremely busy and deadline focused environment.

Key Activities & Accountabilities  

• Full accountability in managing the preparation and all commercial contracts through strong collaborative communication with the Sales/marketing team.

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts related to medical device sales, procurement, distribution, and service agreements.

• Ensure contract compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal procedures.

• Collaborate with legal, sales, procurement, and finance teams to ensure alignment on contractual terms and risk management.

• Maintain accurate contract records and documentation within contract management systems.

• Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies.

• Monitor contract performance and compliance, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.

• Assist in the development and implementation of contract policies, procedures, and best practices to increase process efficiencies and output effectiveness.

• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections by providing necessary contract documentation and insights.

• Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations in alignment with business goals.

• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in contract management within the medical device sector.

• Respond to on-going internal and external customer enquiries regarding contracts and pricing

• Drive End-to-End contracting process

 Education 

• Bachelors or Masters level in Business administration, Law, Healthcare Management or a related field

• Fluent spoken and written Dutch and English.

Experience 

• Ideally 1-2 years' of related work experience in contract management, preferably in the medical device, healthcare, or pharmaceutical industry.

• Experience from; Medical Technology, Medical device or healthcare sector is preferred.

• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience working cross-functionally with legal, sales, and procurement teams is preferred.

• Knowledge of pricing structures, reimbursement policies, and supply chain considerations in the medical device industry is a plus.

• Experience working in a multi-international business environment is preferred.

• Adequate IT Knowledge (e.g. Microsoft Office, Oracle and Power BI).

Travel Percentage: 10%