Indirect Procurement Manager Europe & EEMEA at Stryker

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years indirect procurement experience, focusing on Logistics categories, with an international scope
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Master’s degree and/or Certified Purchasing Manager (or equivalent) preferred
  • Sourcing/Supply Chain certifications or training desired
  • Experience in commodity analysis/supplier management/project management roles
  • Experience developing, negotiating, and implementing commercial contracts, including supply and service agreements
  • Experience working with & developing strong relationships with multiple stakeholders to deliver results
  • Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience working in a med-tech/fast-growing environment is a plus
  • Good understanding of financial analysis, strategic analysis, trained negotiation skills and project management
  • Good understanding of procurement / strategic commodity management preferred
  • Ability to use business tools such as Power BI or Microsoft Suite of products
  • English is required and 1 other language (Spanish, French, Dutch, German) is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Support global Indirect procurement initiatives in Europe & EEMEA by Global category managers
  • Run independent and owning Pan-European & EEMEA savings initiatives in Commercial Europe >100K
  • Support and guide local savings initiatives per country and category <100k
  • Develop and drive Sourcing strategies together with stakeholders
  • Follow Stryker policies and driving best practice sharing
  • Drive supplier management / development activity, where we own category management
  • Support ad-hoc projects as required
  • Responsible and owner of Procurement projects, management of Self, delivering to agreed savings targets / implementation objectives and close deals with a signed contract
  • Follow agreed processes and structure in reporting savings and storing contracts
  • Having bi-monthly reviews of indirect savings initiatives with main stakeholders of countries in scope -and functions
  • Support Team activities aimed at continuous improvement and Best in class procurement
  • Drive Competitive bids, tendering, contracting with a goal bring under contract >100k suppliers and support local buyers to contract 10-100k spend suppliers
  • Liaise with Global category leads and be responsible for bringing understanding of additional European requirements and needs into Global tenders
  • Reduce risk and establish security of supply of contracted services and goods
  • Reduce the number of suppliers and simplify landscape with Preferred, contract, local, outsource solutions and spot buying vendors
  • Drive spend to negotiated rate cards and contracted suppliers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Indirect ProcurementSourcing StrategiesSupplier ManagementContract NegotiationCompetitive BiddingTenderingSavings InitiativesStakeholder ManagementRisk ReductionSpend Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What salary is offered for the Indirect Procurement Manager role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote, hybrid, or on-site position?

The role offers hybrid work flexibility.

What experience and qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates need 8+ years of indirect procurement experience focusing on Logistics categories with an international scope, a Bachelor's degree (Master’s or Certified Purchasing Manager desired), and experience in commodity analysis, supplier management, project management, negotiating contracts, and stakeholder relationships. English is required, with another language like Spanish, French, Dutch, or German as a plus.

What is the work environment like at Stryker for this role?

The role involves working in a fast-paced, med-tech/fast-growing environment, managing multiple priorities, partnering with spend owners and Finance across Europe & EEMEA, and following Stryker policies while driving continuous improvement.

What makes a strong candidate for this Indirect Procurement Manager position?

Strong candidates have 8+ years in indirect procurement with a logistics focus, international experience, sourcing certifications, negotiation and project management skills, proficiency in tools like Power BI or Microsoft Suite, and the ability to build stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced med-tech setting.

Stryker

Develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment

About Stryker

Stryker develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment aimed at improving patient care and surgical efficiency. Their products include surgical tools, neurotechnology devices, and orthopedic implants, which are sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Stryker stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality products and a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and medical professionals.

Kalamazoo, MichiganHeadquarters
1941Year Founded
$423.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical & prescription plans
Supplemental health benefits
Flexible Spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Short-term & long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Integration challenges from acquisitions may strain Stryker's resources.
Rapid tech advancements risk obsolescence of Stryker's current products.
Regulatory scrutiny on acquisitions could delay Stryker's market entry.

Differentiation

Stryker's acquisitions enhance its minimally invasive surgical solutions portfolio.
Entry into the peripheral vascular segment diversifies Stryker's market presence.
Stryker's focus on AI integration boosts diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Growing demand for minimally invasive solutions aligns with Stryker's strategic acquisitions.
The orthopedic implants market growth benefits Stryker's expanding product line.
Stryker's acquisition of Inari Medical positions it in a high-growth vascular market.

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