Procurement Advisor Public Sector – Dutch

Description

Our client is a public organisation operating at the heart of one of the Netherlands’ most water-sensitive regions, playing a key role in safeguarding communities, infrastructure and the environment against the growing impact of climate change. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Advisor, Public Sector to strengthen their team in the Zeeland region. 

As a Procurement Advisor, you will support public sector organisations with a wide range of procurement and tendering activities. You will operate independently or as part of a project team, working on assignments that vary in scope, complexity and sector. You will play a key role in ensuring that procurement processes are compliant, efficient and aligned with organisational objectives, while also contributing to the further professionalisation of procurement practices.

Please note: The salary of €4,313 – € 5,848 gpm is based on 36 hours per week.

Job Profile for Procurement Advisor, Public Sector
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Guide internal stakeholders through the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring compliance with established procedures and procurement policies
• Ensure lawful, efficient, and well-documented procurement activities in line with applicable regulations and organisational requirements
• Conduct European and/or multiple negotiated tenders
• Support stakeholders in preparing requests for quotations, evaluating bids, and conducting award processes
• Oversee contract finalisation and maintain complete, accurate, and auditable procurement records
• Monitor the progress and quality of tender procedures, coordinating activities with project teams, management, and other stakeholders while ensuring timely reporting and document management
• Act as a trusted advisor and collaborative partner to the procurement team and wider organisation

Candidate Profile for Procurement Advisor Public Sector

• Must be fluent in Dutch, both written and spoken. Knowledge of English is an advantage
• Relevant HBO (Bachelor’s) degree, for example, in (Technical) Business Administration, Facility Management or International Business and Management
• NEVI 1 Public diploma, or willingness to obtain it
• At least 3 years of experience as a public procurement professional, with expertise in managing complex and large-scale European tender procedures and a strong understanding of organisational dynamics
• Experience in public procurement with knowledge of complex and large-scale European tenders
• Strong focus on advising and guiding colleagues, with a proactive and collaborative approach
• Ability to motivate and engage stakeholders through knowledge, enthusiasm and a goal-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently, effectively prioritise tasks, and maintain a clear overview of multiple activities and deadlines

What Our Client Offers

• Initial one-year contract with a possibility to move to a permanent agreement
• Individual Choice Budget (21% of the gross salary), which can be used for additional leave or paid out as extra income
• Personal basic budget of €6,000 per five years, to support wellbeing and career growth
• Minimum of 21 annual leave days
• Solid pension plan and travel reimbursement
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer
• Office location with good public transport accessibility
• Pool cars available for business-related travel
• Partial gym reimbursement
• Full set of equipment provided, including laptop, tablet and mobile phone
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options

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