What we ask
- Minimum 5 years with higher vocational /applied sciences/bachelor or <5 years with Academic/Master
- Fluent in English
- Critical thinking: skill in analyzing complex procurement issues and developing logical, effective solutions.
- Data-Driven Leadership: skill to leverage analytics and data insights to inform and steer strategic procurement decisions
- E-Procurement Systems: skill in utilizing electronic procurement platforms to automate purchasing sourcing processes and improve efficiency
- Procurement Process Improvement: skill in identifying inefficiencies and implementing enhancements to optimize procurement operations
- Attention to Detail: skill in ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in procurement documentation, contracts, and data analysis
- Relationship Building: ability to establish and nurture strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Vacancy description
As an S2C Buyer for Global Category Packaging, you will turn procurement strategies into operational results. You will run sourcing activities, manage contracts, maintain procurement data, and ensure suppliers, systems, and stakeholders are connected to deliver seamless business operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute sourcing events, RFx processes, and e-auctions through e-sourcing platforms Keelvar or Coupa.
- Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle in Coupa CLM
- Coordinate supplier onboarding, compliance, and SQM activities
- Perform spend and supplier analysis to support business decisions
- Ensure contract, pricing, and supplier data are accurate and up to date
- Drive process improvements, automation, and procurement excellence
- Partner with Procurement and Business stakeholders to deliver value and mitigate risk
Who will you work with?
You will be part of the Global Source-to-Contract team and collaborate daily with:
- Category Procurement Packaging
- Business Procurement
- Supply Chain planning teams
- Procurement Legal and Supplier Quality Management
- GBDS (Shared Services)
Packaging suppliers and external partners worldwide
You will support sourcing and contracting activities across FrieslandCampina's global Packaging portfolio, ensuring business continuity, compliance, and efficient procurement operations.
Your Impact
You are the operational backbone of Global Packaging Procurement—connecting suppliers, stakeholders, systems, and contracts to ensure FrieslandCampina can deliver its products efficiently, responsibly, and competitively.
What we offer
At FrieslandCampina you work on strong, globally loved brands enjoyed by millions every day, like Friso, Campina, Chocomel and Frisian Flag. As a farmer-owned cooperative, we combine an international environment with a clear social and sustainable purpose. We support your growth through training, coaching and internal career opportunities. With trust and autonomy, you can make real impact.
Employment benefits:
- Salary between €3,900 and €5,990 gross per month (full-time), depending on experience and fit for the role.
- A work week of 32 to 38 hours, a 5% year-end allowance, 10% bonus, 8% holiday allowance and a pension scheme.
- Hybrid working with flexible working hours, [lease car,] a train card and/or €0.23 per km (max. 30 km one way).
- 200 hours of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 40 hours.
- A laptop, phone and home office equipment to support flexible working.
- Wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, such as health support, employee assistance programs and diversity initiatives.
- Extras at the head office, such as milk and cheese during lunch, fresh fruit and barista coffee.
