Strategic Sourcing Manager (English)
bij Viking
40 uur
Venlo
As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you are responsible for the entire process, from product development to implementation, within the B2B market. From identifying new product categories and forming strategic partnerships to developing pricing strategies and driving growth, you oversee the entire process. Ready to play a crucial role? Read on!
Solliciteer direct

As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you are the driving force behind product innovation, strategic partnerships, and the expansion of the product range. You are responsible for the entire process from concept to implementation, working closely with various departments to strengthen Viking's market position.

Your responsibilities:

Identifying and realizing strategic partnerships that contribute to Viking's growth and long-term value.
Leading complex negotiations with suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders.
Structuring and finalizing strategic agreements, such as alliances, sourcing deals, and joint ventures.
Developing and managing the assortment strategy, including product selection, onboarding, and pricing.
Ensuring market-conform and competitive pricing in sourcing and supplier selection.
Establishing and expanding the private label assortment, including product definition and tender processes.
Creating and executing sourcing strategies focused on cost optimization and margin improvement.
Leading negotiations on price, contract terms, and cash flow with suppliers.
Monitoring supplier performance and improving their performance based on KPIs.
Collaborating with Sales and other internal teams to translate customer needs and market developments into strategic product propositions.

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Solliciteer direct

You are a commercial generalist with strategic insight and strong analytical skills. You thrive in a dynamic environment where ownership and initiative are central.

What you bring:

5–10 years of relevant work experience in business development, partnerships, vendor management, or assortment strategy.
Strong commercial and negotiation skills with a focus on value creation and margin improvement.
HBO/WO work and thinking level, preferably in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or similar (MBA is a plus).
Fluent in English (working language); Dutch and/or German is a plus.
Experience with product and pricing strategies in multiple markets or countries.
Analytical mindset: you interpret market data, forecast cost developments, and translate this into strategy.
Full-time availability.

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Organisatie

Organisatie- en afdelingomschrijving

You will be working at Viking, a leading player in the business market. The organization supports companies of all sizes with a broad and continually evolving product range. Innovation is at the core: Viking constantly looks ahead, enters new markets, and explores strategic partnerships and acquisitions to strengthen its B2B position.

You will be part of the newly established Business Development team: a small, agile team with a big impact. You will report directly to the head of Business Development & Corporate Communications and work closely with colleagues both locally and internationally.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

36 vacation days (24 + 12 ADV)
Hybrid working: 3 days in the office / 2 days from home
Travel reimbursement of €0.23 per km
Bonus scheme up to 10% of the annual salary
Monthly sports contribution of €22.50
Good pension scheme

Cultuur

Bedrijfscultuur

Viking is characterized by a warm, informal, and entrepreneurial culture. The lines of communication are short, ideas are given room to grow, and initiative is valued. The start is dynamic and sometimes chaotic, but it is precisely here that the opportunity lies to learn quickly, make a visible impact, and truly make a difference within the organization.