Modern Workplace & Azure Engineer

About the Role

Modern Workplace & Azure Engineer is a versatile, hands‑on professional responsible for implementing, managing, and optimizing Microsoft 365 and endpoint solutions while ensuring Azure governance and cost optimization in close collaboration with our outsourcing partner.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and support Microsoft platforms such as Intune and SharePoint; familiarity with Power Apps is a plus.
• Act as a technical liaison with our outsourcing partner, helping to resolve issues and align on improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues on the Microsoft platforms, acting as a third line support for the Service Desk.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to simplify, automate, or enhance IT solutions.
• Monitor and optimize Azure costs by maintaining dashboards, alerts, and implementing rightsizing and reserved instance strategies.
• Ensure cost governance and planning through enforcing tagging standards, supporting budgeting, and collaborating on spend forecasts.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field.
• Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD‑102).
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ‑104).
• Preferred: Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ‑900).

Experience and Skills

• 5+ years of experience managing Microsoft 365 environments and endpoint management using Intune.
• Strong expertise in device compliance, configuration policies, and application deployment for Windows endpoints.
• Solid knowledge of Azure AD for identity and access management, including conditional access and security best practices.
• Proficiency in automation and scripting (PowerShell) for Intune and endpoint configuration.
• Experience with SharePoint administration; familiarity with Power Apps for business process automation is a plus.

Procurement Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Manage the purchasing process for IT, equipment, and services required for daily operations and project execution.
• Assess and manage insurance needs and ensure appropriate coverage.
• Oversee fleet management activities, including vehicle acquisition, maintenance, fueling, and disposal.
• Coordinate facility management activities, including lease agreements, maintenance contracts, and space utilization.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers/vendors to achieve cost savings and value‑added benefits.
• Monitor supplier/vendor performance and relationships to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and service level agreements.
• Prepare reports, analyses, and presentations to communicate procurement metrics, cost savings, and performance indicators to senior management.
• Develop a strong understanding of the business and develop relationships with key stakeholders (internal and external).

What do we expect from you?

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. HBO.
• Proven experience in procurement.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and supplier/vendor relations.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
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• Education and certification in procurement is a plus.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, with strong drafting and communication skills.
• Accurate and result‑oriented.
• Service‑oriented, enthusiastic, client‑oriented and collegial attitude.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Why Join EP NL?

• Impact: Shape the future of IT Operations in a dynamic, forward‑looking organization.
• Growth: Opportunity to build, improve and lead service delivery practices.
• Collaboration: Work with a passionate IT leadership team and strategic vendors to deliver real business value.

What do we have to offer?

You will work in a dynamic and collegial environment that offers plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development. The benefits package includes:

• A gross monthly salary of €4,214–€5,583 gross per month (scale depends on education and experience).
• Individual budget of 17%.
• Discounts on health insurance.
• A good pension scheme.
• Travel allowance.
• Option to work from home up to 40% of weekly hours.

Location

Middelburg.

Application Process

If you are interested, please send your motivation/cover letter together with your CV to mdb-vacatures@epnl.nl with reference to this vacancy.

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