Head of Procurement

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end procurement of components and goods for global manufacturing operations.
• Ensure full coverage of manufacturing programs (E2E) with materials across all factories.
• Define and drive global procurement and material management strategy, including a clear roadmap of sourcing and cost optimization initiatives.
• Lead and supervise the logistics function in close alignment with procurement and production.
• Own and supervise the planning function, ensuring accurate demand and supply alignment.
• Lead supplier negotiations, including pricing, terms, capacity, and long-term partnerships.
• Drive problem-solving with suppliers, ensuring fast resolution of risks and supply risks mitigation.
• Own cost performance and key procurement KPIs, including savings, payment terms improvement, and cost optimization without compromising quality.
• Oversee contract management framework with strategic suppliers, ensuring commercial, legal, and operational alignment.
• Own supplier sourcing, qualification, and long-term development strategy for global manufacturing needs.
• Lead, develop, and scale a material management organization (30+ people).
• Drive software development, automation, and digital tools to improve procurement, planning, and material flow processes.
• Ensure optimal balance of availability, timing, cost, and quality across the global supply chain.

Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement / material management within a global manufacturing business.
• Experience leading large, cross-functional teams (30+ people) in complex global environments.
• Direct responsibility for a procurement budget of €200M+.
• Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chains, planning, and global supplier ecosystems.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including cost ownership and budget management.
• Excellent negotiation skills with global suppliers and strategic partners.
• High level of ownership and accountability.
• Experience with GTD (Getting Things Done) or other execution-driven management approaches.
• Fluent English.
• Willingness to travel extensively as part of a global role.

We Offer

• Strategic leadership role with full ownership of end-to-end material supply across all Ajax factories worldwide.
• Direct impact on production continuity, cost efficiency, and supply chain resilience.
• Ownership of transformation initiatives, including automation, digital tools, and software development.
• Zero-bullshit culture.
• The chance to make a measurable impact on products used by millions worldwide.