Procurement Process Analyst

About Frencken

About Frencken Frencken is a global technology solutions partner specializing in high-precision mechatronics, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. The company supports leading multinational customers in industries such as semiconductor, healthcare, industrial automation, aerospace, and automotive. With more than 3,600 employees worldwide and operations across Europe, Asia, and the United States, Frencken combines engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and innovation to deliver world-class technology solutions

Currently to strengthen our procurement department, we are looking for Procurement Process Analyst. This is a key role in optimizing and professionalizing the Procurement organization. You combine Procurement knowledge, data analysis and process improvement to identify bottlenecks, improve ways of working and increase the efficiency and transparency of Procurement processes. You work closely with Procurement and other departments and represent Procurement in company-wide improvement projects.

In addition, you coordinate and execute key Procurement processes, ensuring they are performed consistently and effectively.

• Procurement Process Optimization Analyze and continuously improve Procurement processes, procedures and ways of working. Identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks and develop practical improvement proposals. Support the standardization and automation of Procurement processes where appropriate. Monitor process performance and ensure improvements are implemented and sustained.
• Data Analysis & Reporting Analyze Procurement data to identify trends, bottlenecks, risks and opportunities for improvement. Develop and maintain Procurement KPIs, reports and dashboards. Translate data into clear insights and actionable recommendations for Procurement management. Ensure consistency and reliability of Procurement data and reporting.
• Cross-functional Improvement Projects Represent Procurement in company-wide improvement and transformation projects. Ensure Procurement requirements are incorporated into new processes, systems and ways of working. Work with stakeholders across the organization to implement and embed improvements.
• Procurement Process Execution Coordinate and execute key Procurement processes, such as the Supplier Selection process and Savings Progress process. Coordinate input from buyers, category managers and other stakeholders. Monitor progress, identify deviations and initiate corrective actions. Continuously evaluate these processes and identify opportunities for further improvement.

We are looking for a structured and analytical professional with a strong interest in Procurement and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Process Improvement or a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Experience with process optimization and reporting; strong Excel skills and experience with BI tools are an advantage.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Able to work effectively with stakeholders across different departments and organizational levels.
• Proactive, pragmatic and hands-on, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Excellent communication skills in English;
  Dutch is an advantage.

• You naturally look for ways to make Procurement processes better, simpler and more effective.
• You combine analytical thinking with a practical approach and are able to turn data and insights into tangible improvements.
• You are comfortable working across organizational boundaries and know how to bring…