About this role
As a Procurement Assistant Manager in Rotterdam, you play a key role in shaping ocean and air procurement portfolios that strengthen a global supply chain. This position offers the space to take ownership, improve processes and contribute to meaningful, future‑focused procurement initiatives. If you’re ready for a role where your expertise directly influences performance, sustainability and long‑term supplier partnerships, this opportunity brings all of that together! Role responsibilities - Tender management — Leading end‑to‑end ocean and air tender cycles (monthly and annual) - Supplier portfolio oversight — Managing supplier relationships across assigned regions - Procurement strategy execution — Implementing global and regional priorities - Digital procurement advancement — Driving compliance and digital tools adoption - Contracting & commercial processes — Leading contracting, contract management and escalation resolution - Knowledge database development — Maintaining centralized procurement documentation - Cross‑regional projects — Leading assigned procurement initiatives - Cost‑optimization — Delivering benchmarking and efficiency improvements - Sustainability initiatives — Driving alternative fuels, emissions reduction and energy‑efficient operations - 3Cs collaboration — Working with suppliers to improve cost, cash and carbon - Allocation & negotiation support — Supporting strategic negotiations and allocation decisions - Regional portfolio leadership — Leading responsible sourcing, performance management, resilience and 3PL negotiation strategies What's in it for you - Competitive hourly gross wage between €21.29 and €30.50 - Full‑time position - Travel reimbursement (public transport or kilometer allowance) - Pension accrual - Contract via Manpower - Professional growth through Manpower Academy - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field - Minimum 3 years of experience in P