Strategic Global Indirect Procurement Specialist

Zero Motorcycles, Inc.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Open-door culture

EV industry leader

Job summary

Zero Motorcycles in Amsterdam is seeking an indirect procurement professional to source and manage MRO, IT, Marketing, and services across a global supplier base. You will maintain vendor master data, support SAP PIRs, and align POs, contracts, and system data while driving cost reductions.

You will collaborate with Finance, IT, Facilities, HR, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to implement standardized procurement processes and ensure compliance with controls. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in indirect procurement within a global manufacturing environment.
• Strong ERP knowledge, preferably SAP S/4HANA.
• Vendor master data and PIRs knowledge.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard business tools.
• Effective communication across global teams.
• Some travel to local and global suppliers may be required.

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing and procurement for indirect materials and services (e.g., MRO, IT, Marketing, Logistics services).
• Establish and document standardized procurement processes across departments.
• Support RFQ/RFP processes including supplier identification, bid evaluation, and negotiations.
• Issue and manage purchase orders with pricing, terms, and delivery accuracy.
• Maintain and govern vendor master data and PIRs in SAP.
• Ensure alignment between contracts, POs, and system data.
• Collaborate with Direct Purchasing and Planning teams for data consistency.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality, delivery, and invoicing issues.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and process improvements in indirect procurement.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and financial controls.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Global collaboration

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional

Education

BA/BS in business or supply chain

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Coupa

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Zero Motorcycles in Amsterdam is seeking an indirect procurement professional to source and manage MRO, IT, Marketing, and services across a global supplier base. You will maintain vendor master data, support SAP PIRs, and align POs, contracts, and system data while driving cost reductions.

You will collaborate with Finance, IT, Facilities, HR, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to implement standardized procurement processes and ensure compliance with controls. Some travel may be required.