Freelance Senior Global Buyer – IT Category (SaaS) (ZZP)

Category Management

• Develop and execute category strategies and roadmaps for IT (software, SaaS, and IT services) in alignment with business stakeholders.

• Structure sourcing approaches to deliver sustainable cost savings and maximize value.

• Stay connected with market trends, innovations, and best practices via suppliers, conferences, and benchmarks.

• Build and share procurement toolkits and methodologies across business units.

Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Conduct RFI/RFQ processes and benchmark suppliers regularly.

• Drive spend consolidation and increase negotiation power with IT & Data stakeholders.

• Ensure optimal vendor selection based on cost, quality, and security.

• Collaborate closely with Legal to manage support and managed services contracts, and ensure application of negotiated terms.

• Actively support ongoing and upcoming IT sourcing projects.

Business & Supplier Relationship Management

• Build strong internal relationships with IT & Data teams and procurement counterparts.

• Proactively recommend fit-for-purpose sourcing strategies.

• Monitor and improve supplier performance using KPIs and scorecards.

• Lead supplier innovation efforts and manage escalations or disputes as needed.

Procurement Financials

• Lead cost optimization programs across all relevant sourcing categories.

• Track and monitor savings in collaboration with Finance.

• Deliver on cash flow improvement targets.

• Host quarterly reviews with finance and business stakeholders.

Requirements (add a motivation letter based on the requirements!)

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in procurement, specifically within IT category management (software/SaaS/IT services).

• Hands-on experience in sourcing, vendor selection, and contract negotiation – especially for IT software and services.

• Able to start immediately, with minimal onboarding required.

• Strong stakeholder management skills in international environments.

• Fluent in English (French is a plus, Dutch not required).

• Experience with any specific software tools is not essential, but understanding the IT sourcing landscape is key.

• Comfortable taking over ongoing projects and navigating ambiguity.