Sven

End-to-end responsibility for all procurement activities within the Netherlands, covering both strategic sourcing and operational execution. Led RFQ and RFP processes across multiple categories, ensuring compliance, competitiveness, and alignment with business objectives. Managed procurement projects from initiation through execution, including supplier onboarding, contract negotiations, and implementation oversight. Oversaw and released purchase requisitions (PRs), monitored P2P compliance, and ensured all procurement actions aligned with internal controls and SOX requirements. Acted as a key stakeholder in cross-functional initiatives, continuously driving cost savings, risk mitigation, and supply continuity.

Managed operational procurement activities including placing purchase orders, expediting order confirmations, and resolving delivery and quality issues with suppliers. Requested and evaluated quotations to support tactical buying decisions and cost control. Created and maintained consignment stock agreements and developed procurement forecasts aligned with production and inventory needs. Supported larger strategic initiatives such as new product introduction and supply chain optimization projects.

Actively resolved operational bottlenecks across the supply chain, with a primary focus on quality discrepancies, lead-time delays, and pricing inconsistencies. Ensured up-to-date and accurate price list alignment, reducing invoicing errors.