Procurement Manager Commercial and DaC

BDR Thermea HQ; Apeldoorn; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BDR Thermea Group is seeking a Procurement Manager Commercial & DAC to lead sourcing and supplier activities for new product development. You will drive on-time launches, cost targets, and quality while aligning with product development, engineering, and R&D teams across multiple countries.

The role includes ownership of the BU procurement strategy, building resilient supplier bases, and leading a dedicated procurement team.

Qualifications

• Strong procurement and supplier management experience in an international environment.
• Experience working with product development, engineering, or technical teams.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results across functions.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• A proactive, organised, and hands-on mindset.
• A global perspective and the ability to build relationships across cultures.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Defining and implementing sourcing strategies aligned with Group Procurement and Commodity strategies.
• Leading supplier selection and engagement for new product introductions.
• Partnering with R&D, Product Management, Quality, and Procurement teams across the business.
• Driving performance against time-to-market, cost targets, sustainability, and risk reduction.
• Working closely with Commodity Management and country procurement teams to maximise synergies.
• Identifying opportunities to improve procurement processes and ways of working across the Group.
• Leading and developing the Business Unit procurement team.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Project management

Global perspective

Job description

Procurement Manager Commercial & DAC Some roles support the business. Others help shape its future. As Procurement Manager Commercial & DAC, you will play a key role in bringing new products to market, ensuring they are launched on time, at the right cost, and with the quality our customers expect. At BDR Thermea Group, we're helping accelerate the energy transition through innovative heating and cooling solutions. In this role, you'll connect procurement, product development, engineering, quality, and suppliers to turn ideas into successful products. To enable close collaboration with stakeholders across the business, you will work 2 to 3 days per week from our headquarters in Apeldoorn, the Netherlands, with flexibility for the remainder of your working week.

The role

You'll lead procurement activities within the Business Unit and take ownership of all procurement-related aspects of New Product Development (NPD). Your focus is clear: deliver successful product launches while building a resilient, sustainable, and competitive supply base.

Key responsibilities include:

• Defining and implementing sourcing strategies aligned with Group Procurement and Commodity strategies
• Leading supplier selection and engagement for new product introductions
• Partnering with R&D, Product Management, Quality, and Procurement teams across the business
• Driving performance against key objectives, including time-to-market, cost targets, sustainability, and risk reduction
• Working closely with Commodity Management and country procurement teams to ensure alignment and maximise synergies
• Identifying opportunities to improve procurement processes and ways of working across the Group
• Leading and developing the Business Unit procurement team

Working together

This is a highly collaborative role with extensive exposure across the organisation. You'll work closely with Business Unit leadership, Product Management, R&D teams, procurement colleagues in multiple countries, and key suppliers. Success comes from building strong relationships, aligning stakeholders, and balancing strategic thinking with practical execution.

Why you'll enjoy this role

This is an opportunity to make a visible impact in an international organisation where procurement plays a strategic role. You will:

• Shape sourcing decisions for products that support the energy transition
• Influence business-critical decisions at both Business Unit and Group level
• Lead cross-functional projects with significant visibility
• Contribute to more sustainable and resilient supply chains
• Develop both your leadership and strategic procurement expertise

What we’re looking for

We're looking for an experienced procurement professional who combines strategic insight with a collaborative and pragmatic approach. You bring:

• Strong procurement and supplier management experience in an international environment
• Experience working with product development, engineering, or technical teams
• The ability to influence stakeholders and drive results across functions
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• A proactive, organised, and hands‑on mindset
• A global perspective and the ability to build relationships across cultures
• Fluency in English
• Additional European language skills and experience in a technical or manufacturing environment are an advantage.

At BDR Thermea Group, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are critical to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where every potential future employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Please check out our DE&I policy on our website to find out more.

At BDR Thermea Group, we don't just talk about making a difference - we live it every day. As a member of our team, you will be part of a company that is leading the way in the global energy transition, shaping the future of sustainable heating and hot water systems. You will have the opportunity to work alongside passionate colleagues who share our core values: One Team, Sustainable Future and Customer Focus and commitment to making a positive impact on the world. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting your growth, development, and well‑being. As a possible future employee, you can expect to be part of a purpose‑driven environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration.

Take the first step towards your exciting career with BDR Thermea Group and join us on our journey towards a sustainable future.