Global Head of Procurement

Are you able to shape and drive a global procurement strategy in a growing, project-driven organization while also stepping in when projects require hands-on support? Roll Group is looking for a Global Head of Procurement who can strengthen procurement across the group. You will play a key role in how we manage suppliers, negotiate contracts and support complex international projects. Roll Group is growing and developing. The Global Head of Procurement sets direction and standards and supports projects and sourcing decisions when needed. The Global Head of Procurement is part of the Leadership Team. This position is based at our office in Capelle aan den IJssel.

Company Roll Group offers a total solution for the transportation, lifting and installation of heavy cargo. Our land/sea combination enables us to offer ‘Factory to Foundation’ solutions. With engineering capabilities, a diverse asset base and the ability to adapt, Roll Group takes care of heavy cargo and provides effective, innovative and sustainable services using our unique know-how.

Roll Group owns a versatile heavy-transport seagoing fleet consisting of dock-type vessels, which all have the option of three loading modes – Ro-Ro, Flo-Flo and Lo-Lo – as well as deck carriers. On the land side, Roll Group operates a large number of modern heavy-lift cranes with capacities of up to 4,000 tonnes, Self-Propelled Modular Trailers (SPMTs) and conventional trailers. The specific characteristics of Roll Group’s asset base ensure the ability to serve a wide range of markets, such as Oil & Gas and Renewable Energy.

Position The Global Head of Procurement is accountable for the group-wide procurement strategy, governance and standards. You ensure effective and efficient procurement of products and services that support operational and commercial objectives, balancing quality, price and delivery performance.

You oversee contract management and supplier relationships and drive improvements in procurement processes and policies. As owner of the group procurement framework, you ensure alignment and compliance across all regions.

You guide and support the Senior Procurement Specialist and provide functional leadership and indirect management to procurement-related employees in other regions to ensure consistent ways of working.

Your responsibilities include:

Developing, maintaining and enforcing procurement strategies across all regions.

Leading, coaching and supporting the Senior Procurement Specialist.

Establishing contracting principles and negotiation guardrails.

Approving contractual frameworks and managing contract deviations and escalations.

Building and maintaining strategic supplier relationships and monitoring performance.

Acting as a business partner to management and project teams.

Leading high-impact sourcing events, RFx processes and strategic negotiations.

Defining and monitoring procurement KPIs and driving continuous improvement.

Overseeing procurement systems (ERP, SRM, e-sourcing) and ensuring data integrity.

Identifying, assessing and mitigating procurement risks.

Your qualifications To excel in this role, you'll need:

Bachelor’s degree in (Technical) Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Economics or Commercial Law.

A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in strategic or tactical procurement, ideally in a technical or project-based environment.

A professional procurement qualification (e.g. NEVI) is considered an advantage but not required.

Experience with setting up world-wide policies, procedures and systems.

Leadership experience and the ability to coach team members.

Experience with ERP systems, preferably in a project organization.

Strong analytical and communication skills.

Structured, pragmatic and business-driven working style.

Fluent in English (verbal and written).

Willingness to travel abroad.

What we offer Challenging and varied work (full-time) at a fast-growing international company. With plenty of flexibility and freedom, including hybrid working two days a week. We offer a competitive salary (based on your availability, knowledge and experience), 8.33% holiday pay, a premium-free pension and WIA insurance(s), and you’ll participate in the Roll Group bonus scheme. In addition, you will receive an electric company car or a mobility budget. You’ll also get 28 days of annual leave and we offer free lunch at work.

As a team, we also value fun and connection. Every year, we organize various social activities, such as a ski trip, sport events, team drinks, a summer BBQ, a memorable Christmas party, and more.

Our selection process The recruitment procedure will include two face-to-face interviews, possibly back-to-back. Your terms of employment and benefits package will be discussed at a subsequent meeting. We aim to finalize the entire process within 4 weeks.

We want to hear from you You’re one click away from a career filled with excitement and opportunity. Send us your application via the button to the right. If you have any questions about the position, don’t hesitate to contact Kim Blok (Head of HR): kim.blok@roll-group.com.

Acquisition from recruitment agencies regarding this vacancy is not appreciated.

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