Senior lead procurement excellence specialist

• Nike, EHQ - Hilversum
• 40 hours per week
• €45 - €60 per hour, based on experience
• assignment until the end of July 2026

You combine a hands‑on, "'get‑it‑done'" mindset with the seniority required to influence and advise senior leadership.

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in procurement. A background in category management is highly favorable.
• Track record: Proven success in cost‑savings initiatives, KPI analysis, and program implementation.
• Communication skills: Excellent stakeholder management and facilitation skills; you know how to run a workshop and present to senior leaders.
• Analytical mindset: Strong problem‑solving capabilities with high attention to detail and data integrity.
• Energy & drive: A positive, "get‑it‑done" mindset. You are highly entrepreneurial and able to find opportunities independently.

Your goal is clear: ensure Procurement and Finance are aligned on savings methodologies, drive accurate reporting, and turn data‑driven insights into tangible value for the organization.

• Identify & drive savings: Partner with Procurement and Finance teams to uncover cost‑reduction opportunities and validate reporting methodologies.
• Facilitate collaboration: Lead workshops to strengthen the connection between functions, aligning on reporting standards, savings recognition, and decision rights.
• Analyze performance: Run reports on procurement KPIs (e.g., spend visibility, savings pipeline, supplier performance) and provide actionable insights to category teams.
• Data integrity & reporting: Maintain high data accuracy in systems (e.g., SpendHQ, PPM Tool) and prepare clear dashboards for monthly and quarterly reviews.
• Strategic project management: Lead data‑heavy projects within the Innovation and Operations space, applying a structured change management approach to achieve goals.
• SRM & innovation: Evaluate the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program and promote a culture of innovation and collaboration.

You will be based at Nike's inspiring European Headquarters (EHQ) in Hilversum, a dynamic campus that reflects the values of the brand. Nike offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).

• Access to the gym facilities on campus.
• Commuting allowance of € 0,23 per km.
• 25 vacation days if you work 40 hours per week a full year.
• Diverse team.
• Work from home allowance of €5 per day on days you are working from home.
• 8.33% holiday allowance.

Does this vacancy seem like a perfect match for you? Then apply and send me your motivation and resume!