Procurement Specialist

Ampowr; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits allowance

70% company contribution on pension

Full travel reimbursement

35 paid holidays

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Utrecht is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage procurement processes and supplier relationships. With 5+ years of experience and a background in supply chain management, the ideal candidate will drive strategic procurement planning, logistics coordination, and supplier evaluation. This role offers a dynamic work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday entitlement and travel reimbursements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant procurement experience, ideally in a technical or industrial supply chain.
• Proficient in English and Chinese; Dutch is a plus.
• Experience with international logistics and import duties.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement plans aligned with business needs.
• Manage end-to-end purchase orders from creation to delivery.
• Oversee logistics and import duties for timely deliveries.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering

Tools

ERP procurement systems

Job description

Overview

Ampowr is a leading provider of battery energy storage systems (BESS) with HQ in the Netherlands and offices in China and the UK. We specialize in developing and operating advanced battery storage solutions to enable a reliable and sustainable energy future. We are on a mission to reshape the energy sector with innovative, sustainable solutions that meet the growing global demand for renewable power.

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to take full ownership of purchasing and goods intake, bringing structure, clarity, and control to procurement processes to enable scalable, sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Procurement planning & strategy: Develop and execute procurement plans aligned with business needs and timelines.
• Supplier management: Build strong relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure consistent supplier performance.
• Purchase order management: Manage end-to-end POs — from creation to delivery and system documentation.
• Logistics & import coordination: Oversee logistics, import duties, and customs clearance for timely deliveries.
• Inventory & intake oversight: Ensure smooth goods intake processes and accurate stock visibility.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Align with Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Customer teams to enable effective planning and communication.
• Cost control & risk mitigation: Drive cost efficiencies, assess risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Supplier evaluation: Perform structured evaluations and onboarding of new suppliers.
• Process development: Create and maintain clear SOPs to standardize procurement workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant procurement experience, ideally in a technical or industrial supply chain.
• Proven track record in managing suppliers and technical goods flows.
• Solid industry knowledge and familiarity with international procurement practices.
• English & Chinese proficiency (written and spoken); Dutch is a plus.
• Experience with import duties/tax assessments and international logistics.
• Strong negotiation skills with high attention to detail.
• An analytical and structured approach to planning.
• Independent worker with excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Hands-on experience with ERP procurement systems.
• Proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-moving, scale-up environment.

What we offer

• Benefits allowance to support any extra costs related to your employment;
• 70% Company contribution on pensionable salary;
• Full travel reimbursement or, where applicable, an OV Vrij Business Card for travel around the country;
• Equipment provided by the company;
• A maximum of 35 paid holidays per year (prorata, on a full-time basis).
• A dynamic and inspiring environment that encourages you to challenge and prove yourself by executing your ideas.
• Work for an international company with an open culture and a flat organizational model where we work together toward the same goal.
• The space to come up with your own ideas and implement them.

At Ampowr, we are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive hiring process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.