Procurement Manager- NA

WE ARE SKYTREE

Skytree enables a transition to a world with cleaner Air for everyone. We do this by developing and deploying smart technology that captures atmospheric carbon dioxide, enabling its use or storage to combat climate change and aid society and businesses around the world.

Born out of the European Space Agency (ESA), we are a global team of highly talented scientists, engineers and business professionals, supported by an experienced management team. Our working culture is based on a dynamic and smart approach to business with an open and understanding attitude to others and a desire to expand the boundaries of what is possible.

With our global head office in the exciting Dutch city of Amsterdam, we are entering a new phase of growth in the North American markets. We have opened an office in Toronto to become our North American Headquarters and are therefore looking for our first Operations team member to join in Canada.

This is a hybrid role that will be based out of our office in downtown Toronto. This role will involve business travel primarily within NA but also occasionally to Europe. Working across our European and North American teams, this is a truly unique opportunity to join a future global industry leader at an early stage, making a big impact and growing together with the business.

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Ready to make your mark on the world of CO2? Then read on!

THE ROLE

We are developing our supply chain with outsourced production and by partnering with key suppliers. Searching for, selection, and management of these partner suppliers is of strategic importance to Skytree and the Procurement Manager will play an important role in this process. As Procurement Manager you will be responsible for new tender processes, strategic sourcing, negotiations, supplier relation management and material and component suppliers. You will be required to perform a lot of activities autonomously, but will also be part of cross functional teams and coordinating activities from New Product Introduction (NPI) to Ramp-Up and full scale production. You will further develop the vendor relations on all QLTCS-aspects (Quality, Logistics, Technical, Cost, Sustainability). You will monitor and manage the execution of contracts including frame agreements and lead supplier audits together with our quality manager.
Additionally, you will be responsible for procuring technical products or services for Skytree’s technology development teams (Product and Engineering & Research and Development). For this role, you will be required to be engaged in the cross functional tech teams, and at the same time source and select partner vendors including negotiating terms with material and component suppliers. This role involves a deep understanding of the technical specifications, functionalities, and requirements of the products or services they are purchasing.

YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT BY

• Leading Sourcing and Selection Teams for new partner vendors for the North American Markets.

• Sourcing, establishing, negotiating, reviewing and managing contracts/POs, Framework agreements and Standard Operations Procedures (SOP’s).

• Leading and coordinating cross functional teams to control our partner vendors.

• Developing and maintaining vendor relations on QLTCS-aspects, leading vendor audit programs, driving cost down programs (ZBC), monitoring and securing the supply of critical components from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd tier vendors.

• Supporting the Product and R&D departments with their procurement needs (issue/ monitor PO's), and reporting to the Sr. Procurement Manager.

• Executing long term sourcing/supplier partnering strategy.

• Executing and Optimizing bidding and supplier management process.

• Sourcing, evaluating, and selecting suppliers/vendors capable of providing the required technical products or services and will be used later on as vendors in production.

• Understanding the technical aspects, specifications, and functionalities of the products or services being procured.

• Assessing and mitigating potential risks associated with the procurement process, including supply chain disruptions, technical failures, or quality issues, and implementing strategies to mitigate these risks.

• Keeping up-to-date with industry trends, technological advancements, and market developments to make informed purchasing decisions.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years hands on experience in purchasing at international oriented production companies with high-tech products like machines and categories of mechanical hardware and electronic components.

• Bachelor’s degree education (Engineering/ Business Economics/ Purchasing/ Logistics/ SCM).

• Experience with leading cross functional teams at NPI, Ramp-Up, Life Cycle Management.

• Negotiating skills and purchasing knowledge (Kraljic, incoterms, etc).

• Additional purchasing adjudication or courses are appreciated.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Apart from working with great colleagues and a competitive package, you can also expect these additional benefits:

• An opportunity for professional and personal growth in one of the most innovative cleantech start-ups globally!

• A diverse and international team

• A competitive salary aligned with the market, with annual compensation reviews

• A phone allowance and laptop.

• 25 vacation days per year, with additional special leave days for life events :-)

• Possibility to take an additional 5 days of unpaid leave each year

• A (flexible) hybrid working policy where possible

QUESTIONS?

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