Junior Procurement Controller

Vanderlande; Veghel; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and coaching from experienced controllers

Exposure to international stakeholders

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A global technology company in the Netherlands seeks a Junior Procurement Controller. This entry-level position is aimed at recent graduates eager to build a career in procurement finance. Responsibilities include month-end reporting, variance analysis, and supporting compliance activities. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant field and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Training and support will be provided to ensure development and career progression in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree required with relevant experience.
• Strong analytical mindset necessary for large datasets.
• Good communication skills critical for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end reporting and data preparation.
• Conduct price analysis and monitor payment terms.
• Collaborate with senior controllers to ensure accurate data.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Excel

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Detail-oriented

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Relevant experience in procurement or procurement control (up to 3 years)

Tools

Excel

JDE

Vena

Job description

Introduction

The Junior Procurement Controller supports the Global Procurement Controlling team with operational controlling activities, month-end reporting, analytical tasks, and day-to-day financial support. This role is designed for a young graduate who wants to build a strong foundation in procurement finance, reporting, and data-driven analysis within an international environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Support month-end reporting, including data preparation, variance checks, reconciliations, and basic commentary.
• Perform difference and gap analysis to identify deviations between actuals, budgets, and forecasts.
• Assist in monitoring payment terms and supporting related compliance and reporting activities.
• Conduct price analysis, including purchase price development, inflation/deflation impacts, and supplier-level comparisons.
• Support financial impact analysis related to procurement initiatives and operational decisions.
• Contribute to spend reporting and procurement KPI dashboards, ensuring data consistency and correct categorization.
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses upon request from the Global Procurement Controller.
• Support process documentation, template maintenance, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with senior controllers to ensure accurate data flows and proper application of global methodologies.
• Provide general administrative and analytical support to the Global Procurement Controlling function.

What do we ask from you?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field, with up to 3 years of relevant experience in procurement or procurement control.
• Recent graduates with internship exposure in procurement are also welcome to apply.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to handle large datasets and perform structured analysis.
• Good knowledge of Excel; familiarity with JDE, Vena, or spend analytics tools is an advantage.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills; comfortable working in an international environment.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to follow processes with accuracy.
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn and grow in controlling.
• Interest in procurement finance, operational controlling, or financial analysis.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

What We Offer

• A strong introduction to procurement controlling in a global environment.
• Training, coaching, and support from experienced controllers.
• Exposure to international stakeholders across Procurement and Finance.
• A collaborative team environment with opportunities for development and progression.