Procurement Director

This is NewCold
NewCold is service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on thedevelopment and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. NewColdstrives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies, by offeringadvanced logistic services worldwide. We use latest technology that empowersour people, to handle food responsibly and guarantee food safety in asustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships,and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next generation logisticsolutions.

NewColdis one of the fastest growing companies in cold chain logistics. We areexpanding our teams to support this growth. More information on NewCold can befound on and our socialmedia.

About the vacancy:

The Procurement Director will manage and contribute to capital procurement for all projects and organize effective reporting to the Chief Project Officer. The job consists in evaluate progress with the CPO and – if relevant - redefine actions, develop and implement NewCold Procurement Strategy, initiate improvement in efficiency and effectiveness of the capital procurement process within the organization (this involves setting sourcing and purchasing policies, managing purchasing budgets, and overall management of sourcing and purchasing processes).

What will you do?

• Take part in projects and project teams and contribute to delivery procurement actions in close collaboration with Procurement Category Managers and the Procurement Contract Manager
• Provide clear & frequent procurement updates to Project Directors, Steering Committees and internal stakeholders. Updates include procurement status, schedule, financials & risks
• Maintain effective and ongoing communication with all parties, including the dedicated global and regional teams of design and engineering, legal, finance and other internal key stakeholders
• Develop, maintain strategic sourcing and purchasing strategy process that creates efficiencies across targeted capital spend categories, minimizes supply risks with improved supplier selection, and gives visibility into pricing and forecasting which includes but not limited to: vendor evaluation, and competitive sourcing
• In conjunction with the Chair of the Project Steering Committees ensure effective and transparent procurement governance
• Lead rigorous and objective contract negotiations in close collaboration with key internal stakeholders, legal department and support groups
• Prioritize incoming workload across all capital projects and ensure resources are assigned to support the development & execution
• Support in optimize the “Procure-to-pay” process and maximize integrating purchasing and accounts payable systems to create better efficiency
• Maintain strong working relationships with strategic suppliers and make sure that cost, quality, and delivery targets are met

Who are we looking for?

You have:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration,supply chain management, procurement or comparable fields
• More than 7 years experience in capital procurement delivery in a high speed and dynamic environment
• More than 7 years experience in project delivery for $100m plus in development or highly automated environment
• Expert knowledge of Procurement management systems
• Relationship management
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong entrepreneurial andcommercial thinking
• Understanding of riskmanagement
• Certified International Procurement Professional(CIPP) or other related certifications
• Proficiency in English, preferably Dutch, any other European language is a plus

Areyou up for the job?
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make surethat you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for afirst interview with the hiring manager. A second interview willfollow with a wider group of NewCold team members.

Why would you want to work for NewCold?
With the prospect of many new construction projects all over the world in thevery near future, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerfulcompany in the field of logistic services. We have the ambition and thepotential to rapidly become the market leader in the field of modern andautomated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transportand distribution. Although our proposition comprises an attractive benefits andcompensation package, the (international) scope and impact of the position mayappeal to you even more.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Procurement Director and help continueour successful growth?