Strategic Sourcing and Project Manager

Ready to be the strategic force in our Supplier relations?

As our Strategic Sourcing and Project Manager, you will be responsible of our procurement projects, ensuring we keep track of our suppliers, optimize cost, quality, and delivery. You will have the opportunity to shape our procurement strategy and collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders. By strategically sourcing high-quality components and fostering strong supplier relationships, you'll directly support our radar production and drive our continued innovation.

Responsibilities

• Drive the new product introduction (NPI) process by implementing sourcing projects and involving the selected suppliers.

• Supervise strategic acquisition or outsourcing projects in line with the company’s current or future product portfolio.

• Coordinate both tactical and strategic product categories in line with business objectives to ensure that business targets are met.

• Find and maintain a suppliers’ network to achieve the best possible conditions in terms of quality, delivery reliability and price.

• Negotiate, implement and deploy general purchasing contracts and agreements.

• Monitor and report supplier developments and aim at improvements where possible, contributing to our supply chain efficiency KPIS.

• Analyze internal and external needs and translate them into an optimal cost-culture-quality-delivery reliability supply chain fit.

• BA/MSc or HBO Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering or relevant field.

• More than 5 years of experience in sourcing and product management, with 3+ years of experience in the high-tech industry ideally in an international/multi-cultural environment. 

• In-depth understanding of the purchasing processes and industrial sourcing. 

• Experienced negotiator, with affinity at maintaining long term relationships. 

• Fluency in English. A basic level in Dutch would be considered an asset.

• An analytical thinker with an adaptive mindset. Comfortable with a dynamic environment requiring strategic thinking and decision making. 

• A team player who can also work independently, with the ability to communicate well across cultures and backgrounds.

N.B. All applicants, we realize that this is quite the list and people come with various levels of experience. Don't be afraid to apply even if you feel you don't meet every desired skill. Our mission is a journey and there's plenty to learn on the way!

But of course, you should identify with our core values: trust, responsibility & transparency.

What's in for you:

• Working for a Great Place to Work® certified company;

• Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications;

• You will get a budget of 700 euros to make sure you have the best ergonomic office setup at home;

• High quality laptop, monitor, work phone, noise canceling headphones, and any other equipment necessary for your role;

• An international team of 30+ nationalities, full of high performance colleagues you can exchange experiences with and learn from. As well as having a lot of fun in our social events and Friday drinks!

• Benefits like: Pension scheme, 25 vacation days (with possibility of buying more!), collective health insurance, and a yearly profit sharing bonus!

Robin is a technology leader in tracking and classification of small objects. Our mission is to increase the safety of people and wildlife by preventing bird strikes in aviation, reducing the environmental impact of wind farms, and protecting humans and critical infrastructure against drones. We achieve this by combining purpose-built radars with unique software algorithms. This powerful combination allows us to provide actionable information that empowers users to prevent serious incidents.

We’re growing. Fast. In fact, we are one of the Top 250 Scaleups in the Netherlands. But despite this growth, we stay true to our core values of trust, transparency and responsibility. At Robin, our accomplishments rely on our remarkable team of dedicated professionals who bring passion to their work every day.

Looking for a new adventure? Hit apply and join us!