Site Procurement Manager

The Vacancy: Site Procurement Manager

We are looking for a Site Procurement Manager to lead the procurement team supporting operations of Fokker Landing Gear in Papendrecht.

As a Site Procurement Manager you own the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) performance you elevate and measure supplier delivery and quality performance and you shape the procurement strategy that powers our production line. Acting as the engine behind our operational excellence you deliver cost-effective solutions through an innovative supply chain supporting and leading team members to deliver high performance addition as a key member of the sites Leadership Team you lead the Operational Procurement team and you partner with our global and local organization functions to deliver exceptional results for today and the for the future.

Lastly as a Site Procurement Manager you will lead a team of approximately 25 FTEs consisting of senior and operational buyers operational managers the supplier quality team and dual sourcing. You report directly to the Site Director.

Fokker Landing Gear

Landing Gear part of GKN Fokker Aerospace is a recognized specialist in landing gear and related systems. We focus on the design and development production and assembly of complete landing gears as well as the repair and reassembly of systems already in doing so we work on the most famous aircraft and helicopters; think of the Apache combat helicopter the F-35 Lightning II (JSF) the Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 and the multipurpose NH90 maritime combat helicopter.

What Youll Do

• Role model our Great Place to Work culture principlescoaching communicating and building a performance excellence mindset.
• Provide nearby management support; develop your teams operational needs and long-term expertise.
• Champion a world-class healthy and safe working environmentapplying GKN Aerospace HSE policies and standards.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements including Ethics & Compliance and international contracting regulations (e.g. ITAR).
• Execute and continuously improve P2P processes to hit operational targets.
• Organize operational reviews (e.g. KPI dashboards targets compliance) including business reviews with stakeholders.
• Be the escalation point for supplier issues; lead active supply chain risk management and mitigation.
• Achieve targets across supplier delivery supplier quality raw material inventory and invoice management.
• Manage contract implementation within the site including relevant transfers of work/products.
• Be accountable for the delivery of supply chain change programs within the BL scope.
• Interface with BLs across programs and bids throughout the lifecycle.
• Work closely with Commodity teams to flow down BL/program requirements and ensure supply solutions meet targets.
• Proactively identify and lead change opportunities to improve business performance.

What Youll Bring

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 7 years in procurement or strategic sourcing with 2 years in a leadership/management role.
• Experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of the aerospace industry and associated contracting requirements preferably defense and awareness of commercial trends would be strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills ability to influence suppliers to deliver on time and overcome challenges that impact production and productivity.
• Proven ability to lead supplier quality improvements and development against scorecards.
• Strong relationship-building skills across the supply chain and within cross-functional teams.
• Ambitious customer- and results-focused honed communication skills and environmental awareness.
• Background in process development and implementation.
• Experience in an international supplier base.
• Experience in leading major supply-side change programs or NPI projects.
• Demonstrated ability to build supplier network relationships and understand supplier processes.
• Track record of building performance excellence organizations and leading cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in English (speaking and reading).
• Flexibility to travel on a need by basis.

What Well Offer

We are committed to offer you a challenge but also a great opportunity to learn and grow. You will be also offered a seat at the leadership table with direct impact on production outcomes and supplier performance. Next to this you will be connected to a global network and you will have the opportunity to shape procurement strategy and standards. Lastly you will be joining a company whose culture is built on safety ethics inclusion and continuous improvement. Your goal will be contributing to the future of flight!

Furthermore we will offer you:

• Competitive salary (grade F of WTW) depending on working experience and expertise
• Eligible for bonus scheme
• Attractive pension plan from PME
• 30 holidays
• Informal atmosphere in a dynamic and ambitious department
• Unique opportunity to work for a market leader in the aerospace manufacturing industry.

How to Apply

You can apply by clicking on the apply button and attaching your CV. For questions you can contact Koen van Stigt Talent Acquisition Specialist at

Part of the selection procedure is carrying out the necessary checks and screenings in order to meet the requirements set by GKN Fokkers customers partners and suppliers within the program. The checks and screenings will be assessed on the basis of frameworks set by our Export Compliance & Security department. Every employee within GKN Fokker must ultimately be authorized to give substance to his or her position. Assessment of checks and screenings can lead to the fact that no content can be given to the position and therefore no employment or deployment can follow. The onboarding at Fokker usually takes a minimum of 3 weeks.

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN Fokker Aerospace. Through our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created an environment where everyone can be at their best.
We are also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

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