Procurement Specialist
Robin Radar Systems
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: The Hague • Netherlands
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About the role
- Synthesize internal stakeholder needs into rigorous Statements of Work (SOW) and process blueprints to prevent vendor ambiguity.
- Perform feasibility studies and evaluations based on cost, core competency, and risk to optimize sourcing decisions.
- Drive project progress against defined requirements to ensure vendors deliver exactly what was promised on schedule, switching fluidly between procurement and project management mindsets.
- Define the interaction model with partners, such as adding specialized talent or managing full-service agreements.
- Conduct global benchmarking and manage complex sourcing using weighted scoring models, including technical stability and data security.
- Craft Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with performance penalties, build "Gainshare" models, and ensure data repatriation and termination clauses are in place to mitigate dependency risks.
- Act as a primary bridge between financial goals and relationship management, navigating the emotional aspects of outsourcing between business units and external partners.
- Create roadmaps for moving knowledge and processes from internal teams to external providers.
Requirements
- BA in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations.
- 8+ years of proven experience in Outsourcing, Category Management, or Technical Project Management.
- Deep understanding of Total Cost of Outsourcing (TCO) and proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, or ERP systems for scenario analysis and fact-based decision-making.
- Knowledge of GDPR, data privacy, and intellectual property protection across various jurisdictions.
- Strong ability to secure buy-in from stakeholders with conflicting interests while remaining solution-focused under pressure.
- A proactive diplomat comfortable setting boundaries and enforcing discipline across cross-functional internal and external teams.
- Comfortable with an office-based role and available for occasional travel as required.
Benefits
- Working for a __Great Place to Work®__ certified company;
- Comprehensive pension plan;
- Commuting allowance: our teams work hybrid;
- 30 days of paid holiday leave (with the possibility to buy 3 additional days);
- Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications;
- High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, 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!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Statements of Work (SOW)feasibility studiesweighted scoring modelsService Level Agreements (SLAs)Total Cost of Outsourcing (TCO)scenario analysisdata securitydata privacyintellectual property protectionproject management
Soft Skills
stakeholder managementsolution-focuseddiplomacyboundary settingdiscipline enforcementcross-functional collaborationrelationship managementemotional intelligenceproactive communicationconflict resolution