Interim IT Procurement Project Lead
Amersfoort / Hybrid | 24-40 hours per week | IT / Energy Market
Start: ASAP | Duration: 6 months with option to extend

About the Role

Are you an experienced IT Procurement Project Lead who thrives on driving large-scale cost savings? This interim role offers the chance to work at the intersection of IT and sourcing, leading a strategic procurement project with a major impact on the energy market and the digital infrastructure of the Netherlands.

You'll lead a multidisciplinary negotiation team, take ownership of complex IT contracts, and drive savings in the millions. If you're tenacious, analytical, and ready to make a tangible difference in a high-impact environment, this is the role for you.

What You'll Do

• Lead a negotiation team in a strategic IT procurement process.
• Analyze contracts and commercial conditions.
• Drive multi-million cost savings through effective strategies.
• Draft and implement procurement strategies.
• Manage stakeholders, including senior leadership and technical experts.
• Report on progress, risks, and savings potential.

What Gives You Energy

Achieving high-impact and tangible savings.
Working in a dynamic, socially relevant environment.
Leading complex negotiation processes.
Collaborating with professionals from multiple disciplines.
Improving processes and professionalizing procurement.

Requirements

5-10 years of experience as a strategic (project) buyer or contract manager.
At least 3 years of experience with IT projects.
Proven track record of multi-million cost savings.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
Experience in contract management and stakeholder management.
Proactive, result-oriented, and resilient attitude.
IT background, preferably in a (project) management role.
Experience in the energy sector is an advantage.

Note: Must be able to speak Dutch at a Professional Level

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on the energy transition while working on a project with national significance. You'll play a central role in delivering measurable savings, shaping procurement strategies, and strengthening the IT backbone of the energy sector.

Department Careers Locations Amersfoort, NL Remote status Hybrid