Our client is one of the largest DIY retailers in the world. They offer their home improvement products and services both through an online platform and fysical stores. The company is committed to helping homeowners, renters and professionals improve their homes and businesses.
Based in their recently opened office in Amsterdam, we are searching for an experienced Sourcing Manager. Europe is a world-class manufacturing centre in categories such as Ceramics, Flooring, Wood products, and Home Textiles, and for that reason a valueable sourcing location. The experienced sourcing manager will be responsible bringing potential suppliers on board, making a strategic sourcing plan, product & category management, negotiating and logistics.
- Bachelor's Degree in business or other profession in related fields
- Fluent in English, Dutch & German are a plus
- 7+ years of experience within the retail market, preferably within DIY
- 5+ years of strategic purchasing experience and merchandising
- Experience of working in European business environments, and preferably with the USA
- Proven track record in supplier management & negotiating
- Amsterdam based
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