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Niederlande
- Permanent Full-Time
- Veröffentlicht: 9 März 2026
Where do you want to work?
Über den Job
Hoofddorp/Hybrid
On Global Category Sourcing Manager IT you will work in close cooperation with the Global IT stakeholders to cover Danone Business requirements & sourcing on the following area of spend: Infrastructure (EDI, API, Infrastructure (IMS) Managed services and AMS/Helpdesk Services), Telecommunication & Global Network). In Parallel of the portfolio, the candidate will be involved in strategic IT Initiatives and will request experience in IT professional services. And Saas Acqusitions.
The position will report to Global Sourcing Manager IT & Data Infrastructure.
Your main responsibilities will be:
Category management:
- Develop IT category strategies & roadmap with IT & data platform leads. Deliver value for money in accordance with procurement strategy and business plans.
- Structure a procurement approach to deliver a continuous sustainable productivity per year and maximizing the business value.
- Develop or reinforce connection to market via suppliers, conferences, market studies, benchmarking to continuously track best in class practices and market trends to capture technology innovation and support Danone development and business digital transformation.
- Build strong procurement toolkit & methodology on specific area of spend and lead on-boarding of zones and CBUs via focused communication on in-scope initiatives.
Sourcing:
- Source and benchmark global category suppliers on a regular basis.
- Drive consolidation of spend and negotiation leverage with IT & Data teams.
- Launch RFI/RFQ to select, engage, and manage supply base for the global categories in responsibility.
- Ensure that Danoners can use recommended solutions in best conditions of cost, quality & security.
- Work in collaboration with Legal partner to execute Support & Managed services and drive efficient contract. management process. Ensure contract delivery & application of negotiated conditions, with a focus on IT SLA.
- Support IT & Data in purchasing process on critical spend & suppliers relationship management.
Relationship Management:
- Business Relationship Management: Develop strong relationships with global IT & Data teams & regional/local procurement. Able to assess IT & Data needs and recommend optimal sourcing solution.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Define and follow scorecard to monitor global supplier performance and drive continuous improvement plans. Animate suppliers’ performance with IT & Data; manage disputes. Drive innovation from supplier.
Procurement Financials:
- Lead cost optimization program on all sourcing category in scope. Lead quarterly category review meetings with Finance and business partner.
- Track & Monitor savings initiatives in collaboration with Finance business partner
- Deliver cash improvements.
Meet your future manager! You will report to Betty DUBUS , Global Senior Sourcing Manager IT & Data Infrastructure. More info with the link.
Über Dich
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Business, Engineering, or a technical discipline.
Master’s degree in Procurement or a related field is considered an asset.
Minimum 8 years of relevant IT sourcing experience, including at least 3 years in IT Infrastructure (e.g. cloud, networks, data centers, hardware, managed services).
- Strong negotiator, able to lead complex IT Infrastructure RFQ deals and agreements.
- Autonomy & agility to manage multiple initiatives/projects in parallel.
Fluent in English.
Key competencies&skills:
• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills to navigate complex organizational landscapes.
• Highly collaborative with the ability to work effectively with multiple teams and cultures, and to engage and challenge higher business stakeholders.
• Innovative and proactive in problem-solving and solution implementation.
• Strategic mindset and the ability to see the big picture.
• Strong collaborative and partnering mindset & Business savviness.
• Forward and strategic thinker to influence user-centric design.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across seniority levels, to attract, mentor, and inspire talents.
• Ability to challenge the status quo, strive for continuous improvement.
About Danone
At Danone we are committed to our mission “bringing health, through food to as many people as possible”. Working together to make sure that our brands, like Hipro, Nutricia, Alpro, Activia, Nutrilon and Evian, create real benefits for people, communities and the planet. You will be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world.
Cycles & Procurement is right at the heart of making the Danone vision One Planet. Through what and how we source, we shape the world in which we operate & we build the future for Danone. With our Cycles we protect and secure our key resources (Milk, Water and Plastic) & we take a strategic approach to Procurement to support the business and social agenda of Danone. We secure competitive, sustainable resources, seek innovative solutions, and partner up with suppliers aligned to our vision.
We offer:
All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension, 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and you will receive a monthly health care allowance. In addition, you can get discount on your gym membership, and we offer initiatives focused on nutrition, physical, and mental health. We provide continuous learning opportunities through workshops, online courses and training sessions.
What's next:
It’s simple – hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of 21st od March. In order to comply with GDPR we can’t process your personal data without your given consent, so please apply directly via this website. Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you.
Need more information? Please contact Anna Anitova, Senior Talent Manager anna.anitova@danone.com.
* all applications will be considered for a vacancy without discrimination based on ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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