Senior Procurement Specialist

Posted 20 Days Ago
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's-Gravenhage, NLD
Hybrid
Senior level
Hardware • Robotics • Defense • Manufacturing
The Role
Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for high-tech radar components (PCBs, cabling, computer hardware). Negotiate contracts, resolve delivery bottlenecks, maintain ERP/MRP data integrity, mentor junior buyers, and coordinate cross-functional supply operations to ensure on-time production.
Summary Generated by Built In

Keep our supply chain moving – ensuring 100% material availability for next-level radar systems.

As our Senior Procurement Specialist, you keep our supply chain running smoothly and secure critical components for high-tech radars. You own key supplier relationships, resolve complex delivery bottlenecks, and mentor junior buyers across the team. Working closely with Production, Logistics, Service & Support, and Sales, you ensure parts arrive on time. You report to the Head of Procurement and keep our production line moving without a hitch.

What you'll do
  • Strategic sourcing and negotiation: Prepare proposals, request quotes, and negotiate competitive purchasing terms and pricing. Focus on high-complexity categories like PCBs, custom cabling, and computer components.

  • Supplier relationship management: Manage daily vendor operations and build strong long-term relationships with critical suppliers. Conduct regular performance reviews and on-site visits to drive continuous improvement.

  • Operational supply chain support: Ensure on-time sourcing of parts for Manufacturing and Service & Support teams. Resolve daily supply chain showstoppers and coordinate non-conformances quickly across departments.

  • Data integrity and system accuracy: Maintain precise supplier and category data in our ERP system. Keep lead times, contact details, and BOM cost prices up to date at all times.

  • Process improvement and escalation: Act as the primary escalation point for complex delivery disputes and bottlenecks. Identify process gaps and implement practical automation to boost purchasing efficiency.

What you bring
  • BA or MSc in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.

  • 5+ years of procurement and strategic sourcing experience in technical manufacturing.

  • Strong background in sourcing electronics, PCBs, cabling, and computing hardware.

  • Deep expertise in ERP systems like SAP or NetSuite and MRP logic.

  • Fluent English, both spoken and written.

  • Strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and high attention to detail.

  • Collaborative team player comfortable communicating across diverse cultures and technical teams.

  • Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier sites.

N.B. Don't worry if you don't tick every box. Our mission is a journey, and there's plenty to learn along the way. If most of this fits, we'd love to hear from you.

A Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and a background check are part of our screening process. We appreciate your understanding.

What we offer
  • Working for a Great Place to Work® certified company;

  • Comprehensive pension plan;

  • Commuting allowance;

  • 30 days of paid holiday leave (with the possibility to buy 3 additional days);

  • Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications;

  • High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, headphones, and any other equipment necessary for your role;

  • An international team of 30+ nationalities, full of high performance colleagues you can exchange experiences with and learn from;

  • As well as having a lot of fun in our social events and Friday drinks!

Robin Radar is a technology leader in tracking and classifying small objects. Our radars and software help prevent bird strikes in aviation, reduce the impact of wind farms on wildlife, and protect critical infrastructure from drone threats. Our work shows up at airports, wind farms, military sites and nature reserves around the world.

We're one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies in the Netherlands, with a crew of bright minds across 30+ nationalities. Growth doesn't mean we lose the plot – eyes on the skies, feet on the ground. Our values keep us grounded: WE TRUST. WE OWN IT. WE AIM HIGH.

Want to work on next-level radar tech, solve real problems, and never have to pretend your job has meaning?

You'll fit right in – we're saving you a seat.

Skills Required

  • BA or MSc in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of procurement and strategic sourcing experience in technical manufacturing
  • Strong background in sourcing electronics, PCBs, cabling, and computing hardware
  • Deep expertise in ERP systems like SAP or NetSuite and MRP logic
  • Fluent English, spoken and written
  • Strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and high attention to detail
  • Collaborative team player comfortable communicating across diverse cultures and technical teams
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier sites
  • Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and background check as part of screening
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The Company
150 Employees
Year Founded: 2010

What We Do

Robin Radar Systems is a technology leader specializing in the detection, classification, and tracking of small objects like birds, bats, and drones using radar systems. They provide solutions for defense, security, aviation, and environmental applications.

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