Lead Buyer General Services

Nutreco; Amersfoort; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

30 vacation days

Learning opportunities

Flexible work from home

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Nutreco, a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed, seeks a Lead Buyer General Services to own and execute end-to-end sourcing for key indirect spend areas. You will manage categories such as professional services, mobility, travel, facility services and temporary labor, driving competitive contracts, supplier performance and governance across Nutreco and SHV groups.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver value while ensuring compliance, cost

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with extensive relevant experience.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in indirect procurement, sourcing, or contract- and supplier management.
• Proven experience in managing complex sourcing projects and multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute sourcing activities for key indirect spend categories (Professional Services, Mobility, Travel, Facility Services, Temporary Labor).
• Ensure competitive sourcing outcomes, successful implementation of contracts and effective supplier management.
• Collaborate with global SHV procurement and business stakeholders to align sourcing initiatives with business needs.
• Drive value, supply continuity, compliance, innovation and continuous improvement across categories.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation

Analytical mindset

Project management

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/Procurement tools

Job description

Job Description

Why join us Own your career pathat Nutreco, an SHV company.Wecultivate talent,curiosityand diversity as well as offer exposure to meaningful projects and passionate customers and colleagues around the world. Join us as a Lead Buyer General Services and share our purpose of Feeding the Future as you grow both personally and professionally. Together we can transition towards more sustainable,equitableand balanced protein production.

What you’ll do

The Lead Buyer General Services is responsible for leading and executing sourcing activities for key indirect spend categories for the Headquarters of Nutreco, with a strong focus on Professional Services, Mobility, Travel, Facility Services, and Temporary Labor. The role ensures competitive sourcing outcomes, successful implementation of contracts, and effective supplier and contract management across the business. This position plays a critical role in stakeholder engagement, driving alignment and commitment from business partners, maximising business profitability and contributes to SHV cross-group initiatives, including the implementation of Global SHV contracts within Nutreco. You will lead end-to-end sourcing activities across assigned indirect categories, developing and executing sourcing strategies that deliver value, ensure supply continuity, and support Nutreco and SHV procurement objectives. You will also manage supplier relationships and contract lifecycles, driving performance, compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement, while partnering closely with business stakeholders to provide procurement expertise, align sourcing initiatives with business needs, and ensure successful implementation and utilization of contracts. Key stakeholders include Headquarters functional leaders, Global and Regional Procurement teams, SHV Group Procurement, and strategic suppliers. Finally, you will collaborate with SHV procurement teams on cross-group initiatives, support the deployment of global agreements, and ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, governance standards, and ethical requirements.

Who we’re looking for

We’relooking for someone who is driven, analyticaland ready to Own this role. Someone who isproactive, open and independent, who is able to lead from the front. You’llalso need:

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with extensive relevant experience.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in indirect procurement, sourcing, or contract- and supplier management.
• Proven experience in managing complex sourcing projects and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of indirect spend categories such as professional services, contingent labour, travel, mobility, or facilities.
• Experience working in an international, matrix-driven organization is preferred.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels.
• Contract negotiation and commercial acumen.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into sourcing decisions.
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills; able to build trust and alignment across functions.
• High level of independence, ownership, and professional judgment.

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long‑term focus.

• A competitive salary package
• 30 vacation days
• Opportunities for further learning opportunities and professional development within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.
• A flexible work environment with the option to work from home
• The support to thrive within our inclusive, international culture and dynamic environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nutreco is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Nutreco is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

Our organisation

Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for agriculture and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future. Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Its two global company brands Skretting (aqua feed) and Trouw Nutrition (animal nutrition) have sales in over 90 countries. Our purpose Feeding the Future captures a big challenge: feeding 9 billion people in 2050. Our responsibility is twofold: we need to make a significant contribution to meeting the rapid increase in worldwide demand for food; on the other hand, we need to find the right balance in order that we can realize growth while making also responsible choices for people and planet. To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.nutreco.com.