Lead Central Supply Chain

At Royal IHC, we are at the forefront of innovation in maritime technology. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated purchaser to join our team as a Lead Central Supply Chain. If you have a passion for supply chain management and are looking for a challenging role in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

In this role you:

• Use data analytics to uncover opportunities within our supply chain. You identify potential areas for cost reduction and develop strategies to transfer operations to lower-cost countries.
• Establish and manage new supply chains in lower-cost countries. Ensure these supply chains are efficient, cost-effective, and align with Royal IHC’s overall strategic goals.
• Continuously seek and identify opportunities for improvement within the supply chain organization. Facilitate the translation of these improvements from central to decentral departments to ensure seamless integration and efficiency.
• Act as the primary contact person for any changes in rules and regulations that impact Royal IHC. Effectively communicate and translate these changes to operational teams to ensure compliance and smooth operation.
• Will work closely with our international colleagues and suppliers

You will work closely with:

• Category Managers: Partner to ensure that supply chain strategies align with category-specific requirements and goals.
• Procurement and Logistics Managers: Collaborate to streamline procurement processes and logistics operations, enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.
• Cost Estimators: Collaborate to see opportunities for our leads and to identify cost-saving measures and efficiencies within the supply chain.
• You will report to the head of Procurement within Royal IHC.

Our ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supply chain management or procurement. Experience in setting up and managing supply chains in lower-cost countries is a plus.
• A process mindset and experience in translating a way of working into processes supported by applications. Experience with IFS is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The flexibility to travel when needed
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

A selection of what we offer:
When we welcome you as our new colleagues you will start working in a challenging and rewarding role in a leading maritime technology company with opportunities for professional growth and development. We will offer you  a gross monthly salary between €4122,- and €6280,- and 8% holiday allowance (based on a full-time contract). Next to that we have good secondary benefits like (but not limited to) personal training budget of 1500 EUR every three years, sporting facilities on site, good work-life balance with 40 vacation days and possibility to work from home.