Hoofddorp/Hybrid 

As the Global Logistics Procurement Excellence Manager in the Logistic Cell team, you will be guiding and supporting the Logistics Procurement teams globally to adopt top-tier sourcing practices, processes, and best in class contractual clauses throughout the end-to-end (E2E) procurement cycle.

You will Lead the ideation and execution of Global “Big Bet” projects.  You will collaborate closely with local, regional, and global teams in C&P, working alongside Operations counterparts to address mutual dependencies. Your objective is to drive Procurement Excellence amongst Log C&P buyers to deliver exceptional results that align with the company's goal of achieving a 9% logistics cost/net sales, maximizing value creation, minimizing risk, and ensuring adherence to company policies.

• Lead governance of the E2E Contract Cycle to enable procurement excellence evidenced through all steps of the procurement process.
• Provide the global procurement community with the tools and KPI’s to enable value creation and elimination of risk
• Partner with Operational counterpart to effectively run the global meetings, benchmarking and Loss Analysis exercise to drive cost down
• Partner with Finance to lead the quarterly Rolling Forecast processes with regions / CBU’s to drive cost visibility, benchmarking and sharing of ideas to drive value creation
• Connect with external experts and cross industry peers to bring external capability and drive continuous improvement.
• Share market intelligence / drivers, supplier knowledge, technology evolution, innovation opportunities with Regional and local Business Units
• Advocate for innovation, sustainability and diversity while supporting buyers with their sourcing strategy / procurement approach
• Supplier Relationship Management: Own the SRM process with key Suppliers, run Quarterly Business Reviews with key business partners.
• Travel: Expect 10 – 15% travel
• Timezones: This is a global role and entails working with markets in their time zones spanning from Japan in far east to the Americas.

Meet your future manager! You will work closely with Apurva Gupta, VP Indirect & Procurement Excellence. More info is  here.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES NEEDED

• Required experience/background: More than 10-year experience in procurement with more than 4 years in logistics procurement in an FMCG environment or a logistics company working on regional / global level is an added advantage.
• Deep understanding of procurement practices across Warehousing, Transportation and Pallet categories. Well versed with various contract models.
• Industry and Types of Companies: FMCG, Global Logistics Providers.
• Experience working in an international environment and fast-paced projects.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES  &  SKILLS

• Strategic procurement at Regional / Global level
• Collaborative in outlook and willing to work across time zones spanning from Asia to the Americas.
• Able to successfully operate cross-functionally and very importantly across different cultures.
• Excellent Presentation / Communication skills.
• Legal knowledge in contracting and Procurement clauses.

• Experience with Logistics contracts across Warehousing and Transportation.

Working at Danone is a unique experience. It’s fast-paced and complex and, at times, it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities to learn and grow working with some of the best-known brands in the world, like Evian, Alpro, Nutricia, Activia and Nutrilon. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and entrepreneurial ideas to the table – the impact you could make might just surprise you. One Planet. One Health – BY YOU.

We’re proud to be a B-Corp certified company. That means we meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we base our hiring decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.*

We Offer

It’s an exciting time to join Danone . You’ll build meaningful relationships and networks working with large, dynamic brands. And the best part? You’ll be supported to grow an impactful career that you can be proud of. Together, we’ll build a healthier world.

All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension and great discounts on health insurance and Danone products. We understand the importance of flexibility and offer 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and a hybrid working environment, where you can work either from home or from one of our People Hubs in Hoofddorp, Utrecht and Rijswijk.

What’s Next

It’s simple – hit the “apply” button. Please note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close the job posting earlier than the stated deadline. 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 via anna.anitova@danone.com

* All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status