The Director of Indirect Procurement for Europe oversees procurement for more than 20 manufacturing plants based in Amsterdam. This role manages a global team of around 10 procurement professionals and aims to drive enterprise-wide value through category strategy development, sourcing leadership, supplier relationship management, cost optimization, and operational excellence. Collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Finance, R&D, and regional plant leadership is essential to support business objectives. A key focus is transforming Indirect Procurement into a high-performing organization that meets stakeholder needs. This includes organizational design, capability building, implementing global buying channels and digital tools, and significantly improving stakeholder experience. The scope includes MRO, facilities, equipment and transport, QHSE, facility management, lab supplies, and project procurement activities, ensuring alignment with business needs and managing risk to maximize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) across the global network.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global strategies for all European plant indirect categories and CapEx procurement.
• Build and transform the Indirect Procurement organization by developing in-house capabilities and fostering a performance-focused culture.
• Design and promote the adoption of global buying channels to enhance user experience and efficiency.
• Lead major global sourcing initiatives, supplier selection, and complex contract negotiations to deliver TCO improvements.
• Act as a key business partner for Regional Operations, Engineering, Plant Leadership, Finance, Supply Chain, and Legal, translating business needs into category strategies.
• Drive excellence in planning, budgeting, compliance, and project execution for indirect and CapEx categories.
• Lead and develop a global team, building a strong talent pipeline and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive procurement leadership experience in manufacturing, chemicals, or heavy-industry environments.
• 5+ years in global indirect procurement leadership for related categories.
• Proven success in leading global teams and driving large-scale transformation.
• Strong experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Ability to influence senior executives and drive change in a matrixed organization.
• Deep understanding of procurement processes, category management, and digital procurement tools.
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written.

What We Offer

• A chance to work with various stakeholders across all levels of the organization, including a mature procurement team and senior management.
• A permanent contract with a 2-month probation period.
• A gross annual salary including holiday allowance ranging from EUR 130,000 to EUR 160,000 based on experience.
• 30 vacation days.
• A performance bonus based on KPIs.
• An excellent pension plan with a strong contribution rate, mostly covered by Nouryon.
• LifeCheck Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support.
• Bright, modern offices with excellent public transport connections.
• An attractive bike plan and a company fitness plan to promote health and activity.

This is a permanent full-time position based in Amsterdam with travel requirements. You will report to the Director of Indirect Procurement located in the US. Please apply via our online recruitment system; applications via email will not be accepted. For more information about our hiring process, visit nouryon.com/careers/how-we-hire/. We look forward to your application!

Internal candidates are kindly asked to apply using their Nouryon email via Success Factors.