Job Description

We are currently looking for 3 Category Managers, to join the strategic purchasing team of Lamers.As a Category Manager you will be responsible for:

The definition and execution of a relevant product commodity strategy;

The preselection of the right suppliers matching our business strategy and in a broader sense the semiconductor industry requirements (resulting in an approved supplier list for your commodity);

Supplier development programs geared towards our preselected strategic suppliers (assuring continuing competitive advantages for Lamers);

Strategic business reviews with Key-suppliers (technology roadmap, supply chain development, long term relationship;

Contract negotiation and formalisation of specific products within the Approved Supplier list;

Tender roadmap execution for non-strategic Suppliers (lowest cost approach);

Representation of Purchasing in complex internal projects;

As a senior you know your way around quickly and you familiarize yourself easily within any company.

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain (or similar field)Minimally 5-10 years' work experience, ideally in strategic procurement in a technology industry.
• Technical know-how. Expertise sourcing mechanical and/or electrical components.
• Understands the principles of Category Management and has a good grasp of suppliermanagement.
• Understanding of the internal and external customer needs. Strong negotiation skills and results orientation.
• Solid analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Good organization skills.
• Proficient in Dutch and English

• Salaris op basis van een 38-urige werkweek, inclusief 8% vakantietoeslag.
• Reiskostenvergoeding woon- werkverkeer.
• Flexibele werktijden inclusief de mogelijkheid tot thuis werken.
• Goede opleidingsmogelijkheden.
• Werken binnen een innovatief bedrijf met een prettige, informele werksfeer.
• Een contract voor de duur van een jaar, met de intentie dit na een jaar om te zetten naar een contract voor onbepaalde tijd.

Lamers excels in the development of low volume, high mix, high complexity systems and aims for early involvement and customer intimacy. We provide plug & play solutions to accelerate time-to-market and support customers from the concept phase to high volume manufacturing of new ultra high purity equipment. After installation we provide service and support.