Translating project needs into procurement plans with clear deliverables, deadlines, and risks
Developing and implementing project-specific sourcing strategies aligned with business goals, procurement and project requirements
Driving process improvements, digital tools adoption, and best practices in sourcing and NPI teams
Identifying and mitigating sourcing risks related to lead times, market fluctuations, capacity, or geopolitical factors during NPI phase
Supporting Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, capability, and capacity together with the Sourcing Team
Supporting competitive bidding processes (RFQ/RFP), cost breakdown analysis, and negotiations
Supporting negotiating and managing contracts, including commercial terms, SLAs, and long-term agreements for new suppliers
Supporting new supplier audits and qualification processes in collaboration with Quality and Engineering and Sourcing
Supporting sustainability objectives, including supplier footprint reduction and responsible sourcing initiatives
Project Sourcing Manager
Are you passionate about ensuring materials, components, and services are sourced on time and at the optimal cost—right from early product development through to full-scale production? In this role, you will act as the vital link between engineering, suppliers, and procurement. You will play a key part in bringing new products to life by supporting prototype builds, establishing a scalable and resilient supply chain, and driving continuous improvement in supplier performance. You will contribute directly to the success of the Precision Solution business line by ensuring a reliable, efficient, and future-ready supply chain.
Summary
Location
The Netherlands - Eindhoven
Years of experience
2+
Function field
Research & Development
Hours
38
Full-time salary
€4.000/ €5.500 monthly excluding holiday allowance
About the role
Working at the intersection of engineering, project management, suppliers, and category management, you will translate technical and project requirements into robust sourcing strategies. During the NPI phase, you will focus on securing critical materials on time for prototype and pilot builds, while concurrently designing and establishing a sustainable supply chain that meets long-term cost, quality, and lead-time targets. Beyond project launch, you actively identify and drive supply chain improvements across the product lifecycle, together with our procurement department optimizing supplier performance, mitigating risks, and unlocking value through cost reduction, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Your key responsibilities are:
What we offer
Performance-based salary growth that rewards your results
33 vacation days per year, including public holidays
Flexible working hours
Time-for-time compensation when working extra hours
Strong focus on personal development, supported by a tailored growth and learning plan
Extensive career opportunities, with progression across a wide range of functions and projects
A young, entrepreneurial, and innovative company culture where initiative is encouraged
Free access to the company gym
Free lunch, dinner and healthy snacks available every day on-site
What you bring
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (HBO/WO)
2+ years of experience in procurement/sourcing, ideally in project-driven environments (technology, engineering, construction, manufacturing, etc.)
Strong understanding of project-based procurement environments, experience with international supply chains is an advantage
Proven analytical and cost modeling skills
Ability to align and motivate cross-functional teams without direct reporting authority, adapting communication and leadership style to effectively engage different stakeholders and achieve desired outcomes
Taking ownership of tasks and results with a proactive mindset, consistently going beyond defined responsibilities to drive success
Actively collaborates with colleagues across functions, fostering a supportive, cooperative, and team-oriented work environment
- Science Park Eindhoven 5501
- 5692 EM Son
- The Netherlands
- recruitment@prodrive-technologies.com
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