Senior Supply Chain and Purchasing Specialist

FSO Instruments; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote flexibility

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Training programs

Job summary

FSO Instruments is recruiting a Senior Supply Chain & Purchasing Specialist to lead the professionalization of our supplier network and serve as the main contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders. You will shape purchasing and logistics strategies, assess suppliers, and collaborate across departments to future-proof our supply chain.

The role demands a strong track record in electronics sourcing, international contracting, and analytical negotiation skills, with Dutch and English fluency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in supply chain, purchasing, or business administration.
• At least 7 years in a similar high-tech, semiconductor, or EMS environment.
• Proven sourcing experience for electronics and international contracting.
• Experience with supplier management and cross-border contracting.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a results focus.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; proactive and independent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement contracting, purchasing, and logistics strategies.
• Evaluate and select suppliers; advise management on improvements and risks.
• Be the primary contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders for complex issues.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to optimize the supply chain for future-proofing.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Supplier relationship management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Proactive personality

Dutch & English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Purchasing / Business Administration

NEVI qualification or equivalent

Job description

Senior Supply Chain and Purchasing Specialist

Are you an experienced supply chain professional who thrives in multidisciplinary teams and enjoys shaping supplier partnerships for a variety of high-tech products? If you are ready to build the purchasing processes and supplier network behind products designed for use in space, then you are the specialist we’re looking for.

About

FSO Instruments is at the forefront of developing advanced laser satellite communication technology. Together with our partners and shareholders we are committed to strengthening the Dutch space industry and pushing the boundaries of communication systems to enable faster, more reliable, and secure connections between satellites, airplanes, drones and ground stations. By pushing the boundaries of what is achievable, we are shaping the future of space communication, both locally and globally.

FSO Instruments is a Joint Venture between Demcon and VDL that develops and manufactures optical-communication components, sub-systems, and terminals. FSO Instruments combines the strengths of Demcon and VDL ETG, inspired by TNO technologies, to let laser satellite communication take the step towards industrialization. We have strong heritage in Semiconductor and Aerospace, and bring this to optical communications:

• Developing and engineering of laser communication terminals
• Modular and Standardized functional (sub-)systems for laser communication
• High-tech contract manufacturing expertise for cost-effective high-volume production

At FSO Instruments we work closely with dedicated partners for development and supply, as well as with our parent companies to ensure we achieve the most competitive products for the market for optical communications in space.

What will you be doing?

As a Senior Supply Chain & Purchasing Specialist, you play a strategic role in our supply chain. You lead the further professionalization of our supplier network and serve as the main contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders.

You combine a broad perspective with strong knowledge of purchasing and logistics. This enables you to strengthen supplier collaboration and improve alignment across the organization.

In this senior position, you manage supply chain and purchasing processes at both strategic and operational levels. With your experience, you do more than execute: you improve processes, provide advice and help set direction.

Specifically, this means:

• You develop and implement strategies for contracting, purchasing, and logistics
• You assess and select suppliers and advise management on improvements and risks
• You are the primary point of contact for suppliers and the internal organization when it comes to complex issues
• You work closely with various departments within our organization to further optimize our supply chain and make it future-proof

What do you have to offer?

• A completed bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or Business Administration, or relevant professional qualifications such as NEVI
• At least 7 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-tech, semiconductor, or EMS environment
• Proven track record in and/or knowledge about sourcing of electronics
• Demonstrable experience with international contracting and supplier management
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills; you can see the bigger picture and steer toward results
• Excellent command of both Dutch and English
• A proactive, independent, and persuasive personality who is confident in providing direction
• Experience in the space segment is considered a bonus

What do we have to offer?

At FSO Instruments we have a 'flat' organization where people can easily find and help each other. We value a comfortable and inclusive workplace. There is a lot of emphasis put on personal needs and we discourage overtime, because we know how important work-life balance is.

• Furthermore, you can count on, among other things:
• A good, market-based salary;
• 31 days off and 8% vacation allowance;
• Possibility to work from home, maximum 2 days a week;
• A good pension plan at Zwitserleven;
• The opportunity to follow training and courses, or externally, so you can further develop your knowledge;