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About Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems is a company with more than 13,000 driven people in 50 countries, working together as one team on mission-critical technologies and making an impact in everyday life.

From sustainable buildings to high-tech manufacturing, from tiny microchips to the largest ocean-going vessels, from the vehicles of the future to lightweight aircraft. Since 1975, they have been at the forefront of technological innovation where it truly matters — contributing to a clean, smart, and responsible future.

At Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems, they form the beating heart of remarkable buildings. They develop integrated systems for heating, cooling, and sanitary applications, bringing buildings to life by using energy and resources more efficiently.

Go ahead, work the future at Aalberts!

Tasks and Responsibilities

Take full ownership of a defined group of products across EMEA, managing direct spend, including key internal categories like brass and other Raw Materials

Own all aspects of category performance: pricing, availability, risk, development, and supplier strategy and most importantly cost-breakdown.

Develop and execute programs that drive value across margin improvement, supply security, quality, innovation, and sustainability.

Establish efficient processes and maintain clear communication with production sites and central support functions.

Lead category strategy development with the Procurement Director and collaborate closely with local teams across multiple countries.

Build and implement strategic roadmaps to meet procurement objectives for direct materials and internal services.

Manage supplier relationships end-to-end: identification, onboarding, development, and ongoing performance improvement.

Lead negotiations and oversee commercial events and tenders at regional and global levels.

Implement contracting strategies with strong governance to ensure compliance and effectiveness.

Monitor market trends to maintain supplier intelligence and competitive benchmarking.

Drive sourcing base development and allocation decisions across factories and regions.

Build and nurture strategic partnerships with suppliers and service providers, acting as the primary liaison with internal stakeholders.

Provide escalation support and resolve procurement issues swiftly across the region.

Champion procurement transformation by promoting best practices, tools, and streamlined processes.

Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives and margin improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO/WO level)

NEVI 1 and 2 certifications is a plus

Extensive procurement experience in international organizations

Affinity with technical or industrial products

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Experience with ERP systems

Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus

Offer

Salary between €6,500 and €7,000 gross per month

7 collective additional leave days (ADV)

Laptop and mobile phone provided

Company lease car

Pension scheme with 50% employer contribution

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