Global Procurement & Supply Planning Manager

Houten, reference 2026-00858

Job description

• Manage the full end-to-end sourcing, purchasing, and supply planning process.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with international suppliers to secure the best quality, cost, and delivery conditions.
• Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships across global markets.
• Analyze demand, stock levels, and market trends to create effective procurement strategies.
• Optimize purchasing processes and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams such as sales, logistics, and operations.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively address supply risks.

Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, buying, supply planning, or international trading.
• Strong understanding of global supply chain and trading operations.
• Experience working with suppliers in China and India is highly preferred.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Analytical mindset with a hands-on and solution-driven attitude.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced international environment.
• Availability to travel internationally when required.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• B2B sales experience
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Self-motivated and target-driven, with a demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings and industry events.
• The role is fully office-based with no hybrid work model.
• Only candidates who live in the Netherlands (preferably close to Houten) will be considered!

Working conditions

• A key role in an international and growing business.
• A dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.
• International exposure and growth opportunities.

Work location

Houten

Company description

Our client is operating in the chemical industry. By incorporating several production facilities, they are able to supply a wide range of additives. Through their headquarters in the Netherlands, a dozen agents across the continents and several warehouses, they supply plastics and coatings industries all over the world. Their goal is to become a reliable and long-term business partner, by continuing to offer competitive prices combined with the best possible services.
An international and fast-growing trading company is looking for a Global Procurement & Supply Planning Manager to strengthen its supply chain operations.In this strategic role, you will be responsible for the full sourcing, purchasing, and planning cycle, ensuring efficient procurement processes and strong supplier partnerships across international markets. You will help build structure, improve workflows, and support the continued growth and professionalization of the business.

Good to know

If you are interested in this vacancy, you can apply by clicking on the button above. By clicking on apply, you agree to our privacy commitment and terms and conditions. Your application will be sent directly to the recruiter in charge. IMPORTANT: if you are not yet registered with Undutchables we kindly ask you to do so. Your information will be handled in the strictest confidence and your CV will not be sent to a company unless you have given prior permission. Curious about how the recruitment process works within Undutchables, click here to read more.  

Recruiter contact

Luiz Neto- van Raalte, Utrecht
luiz.neto@undutchables.nl
+31(0)6-43140539