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Procurement Specialist

Amsterdam, Netherlands

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and optimizing all of our non-IT categories, ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition of services and solutions within HR, facilities, marketing, and other non-IT departments. You will collaborate closely with the department heads to support our fast-paced and innovative environment.

Your Core Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement effective procurement strategies aligned with the company’s goals and budget.
  • Manage procurement documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, and invoices.
  • Monitor and manage procurement budgets, ensuring expenditures align with financial plans.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement measures to reduce procurement costs.
  • Assess and mitigate risks associated with procurement, including supply chain disruptions and vendor reliability.
  • Support and maintain robust procurement policies and procedures to safeguard company interests and ensure adherence to these policies.
  • Work closely with HR, Marketing, Facilities, Finance and Legal teams to understand and fulfill strategic procurement needs.
  • Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on procurement best practices and supplier selection.

Your Skills and Experience

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement, preferably within the financial services or high-frequency trading sector.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Proven track record in negotiating and managing contracts and suppliers. Comfort working with technology-driven stakeholders and/or suppliers is beneficial.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in procurement software and tools, e.g., Novatus, Workday, Qlik, Rubik.
  • Ability to analyze data and make informed procurement decisions.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Professional Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are a plus

About Us

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

 

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