Tactical Purchaser IT

Tactical Purchaser IT

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We are currently looking for a Tactical Purchaser IT to join our team in Delft, the Netherlands. As a Tactical Purchaser, you will complement the procurement contracts team, which is a separate unit within the procurement function. The team is engaged in the development of partnerships with relevant suppliers, and contracts for IT solutions.

Wherever possible, the Tactical Purchaser IT will contribute to continuous improvement of the relevant procurement processes, while embracing a Supply chain management vision.

Your role

In this role, your general responsibilities will be to support and actively participate in the continuous improvement of Allseas’ management system within the scope of the job, to promote a safe and healthy working environment for Allseas employees and contractors working in Allseas premises and to present Allseas as an attractive and reliable business partner and maintain long-term relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.

Job specific tasks

• Perform the tendering and contracting process as assigned by the Unit Head Procurement Contracts, in line with approved procedures;
• Select suppliers and conduct pre-qualifications and evaluation of potential suppliers;
• Structuring the tender scope (Hardware/Software solutions/Licences) in cooperation with the IT department.
• Prepare/submit tender packages including draft frame agreements to selected suppliers;
• Prepare bid-evaluation sheets for internal review and approval;
• Negotiate Terms and Conditions and pricing with vendors in liaison with the Legal Department;
• Manage the assigned portfolio of frame agreements/contracts.

What we expect from you

• BSc or MSc degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Business Engineering & management Commercial Law or equivalent experience;

• NEVI 1&2, CIPS, IFPPM or other courses is considered an advantage;

• Minimum of 5 years’ contracting or tactical procurement experience;

• General (IT) knowledge of industry practices;

• Excellent negotiation skills;

• Excellent analytical skills;

• The ability to create and maintain good working relationships with internal stakeholders (IT department);

• Good knowledge of the English and Dutch languages, both written and spoken;

• Results-driven, common sense and hands-on mentality;

• Knowledge of ERP and MS Office systems/applications.

What we offer you

Working at Allseas allows you the chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, with creative thinking, collaboration and down-to-earth culture at its core.

You can expect:

• Competitive industry benchmarked salary and excellent pension;

• Performance based salary raises and bonuses;

• 30 holidays days per year, flexible working hours;

• Extensive training and development programme, study budgets and coaching;

• Internal clubs, committees, parties and (sportive) events.

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