Contract Manager Components in Arnhem

This is how you will take on this challenge

As a senior Contract Manager Components, you manage one or more complex material packages and the associated suppliers. Think, for example, of large components for grid stations, distribution devices, or control technology.

You look explicitly ahead. Which geopolitical, technical, or market developments could influence the availability of materials? Where could future bottlenecks arise and what actions are needed to prevent them? You steer at a tactical-strategic level, provide direction for complex issues and escalations, and work closely with Procurement, Asset Management, supply planners, supply & demand managers, and the logistics operation.

Additionally, you are the right hand of the Manager Material Supply in the further development of contract and supplier management. You bring structure, share your knowledge, and help the team to work in a consistent and future-oriented manner.

These are your responsibilities

You manage one or more complex and strategically important material packages.
You steer supplier performance, availability, quality, and continuity at a tactical-strategic level.
You analyze market developments and supply chain risks and translate these into scenarios and actions.
You provide direction to complex issues, escalations, and negotiations.
You connect the interests of suppliers, Procurement, Asset Management, and Supply Chain.
You are a sparring partner for the manager and colleagues and contribute to the professionalization of contract and supplier management.
You build professional relationships with strategic suppliers.
You enjoy visiting suppliers regularly, both in the Netherlands and abroad. Traveling for work is an added benefit for you.