Supplier Risk Manager
Job Title
Supplier Risk ManagerJob Description
At Vanderlande, we are building a future-proof and resilient supplier ecosystem. As regulations around cybersecurity, sustainability, product compliance, sanctions, and supply chain transparency continue to evolve, managing supplier risk has become a strategic business priority.
We are looking for a Supplier Risk Managerto join our global Procurement Strategy Office (PSO). In this newly created role, you will design and implement the frameworks, processes, and governance needed to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate supplier-related risks across our global supply base.
This is not a legal compliance role. Instead, we are looking for someone who understands risk management, can translate complex requirements into practical processes, and has the ability toengage stakeholders across the business to drive adoption and accountability.
You will operateat the intersection of Procurement, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Sustainability, Cyber Security, Quality, and Legal, helping Vanderlande stay ahead of emerging risks while maintainingcompliance with global regulations.
What you will do
As Supplier Risk Manager, you will establishand drive Vanderlande's supplier risk management approach. You will work across our global procurement organization to ensure supplier risks are identified, assessed, prioritized, reported, and managed effectively.
You will translate regulatory requirements, enterprise risk frameworks, and business needs into practical supplier risk processes that can be embedded into day-to-day procurement activities.
This is a highly visible role with global impact, offering the opportunity to build new capabilities from the ground up while influencing senior stakeholders across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and Drive Supplier Risk Management
Design and implement Vanderlande's supplier risk management framework
Define risk assessment methodologies, processes, governance structures, and reporting mechanisms
Establish risk monitoring processes across the supplier lifecycle
Ensure supplier risks are systematically identified, assessed, mitigated, and monitored
Translate Regulatory Requirements into Action
Drive implementation of supplier-related regulatory requirements including areas such as:
Cyber Security
Product and material compliance (including PFAS, REACH, RoHSand similar regulations)
Sustainability and ESG requirements
Trade compliance and sanctions
Emerging global supply chain regulations
Convert complex requirements into practical procurement processes and controls
Ensure compliance obligations are embedded into supplier management practices
Build Supplier Risk Insights
Define supplier risk categories, scoring methodologies, and risk indicators
Establish dashboards, KPIs, and reporting for leadership and governance forums
Support the development of supplier risk profiles covering areas such as cyber security, regulatory compliance, sustainability, geopolitical exposure, and operational resilience
Provide insights that enable risk-based decision making
Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as the key procurement interface towards Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Work closely with Procurement, Cyber Security, Sustainability, Legal, Quality, Engineering, and Business stakeholders
Align risk management activities across functions and regions
Create awareness and engagement around supplier risk management throughout the organization
Lead Change and Capability Building
Drive adoption of supplier risk processes across procurement teams
Develop clear guidance, standards, and operating procedures
Support procurement teams and business stakeholders in applying risk frameworks
Promote a pragmatic and risk-based approach to decision making
What You Bring
We are looking for a professional who combines strong analytical capabilities with the ability to influence and drive change across a complex international organization.
You bring:
5+ years of experience in Supplier Risk Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, or a related field
Experience developing and implementing risk management frameworks, governance structures, or compliance programs
Understanding of supplier-related risks, such as cyber security, regulatory compliance, sustainability, sanctions, or operational risks
Ability to translate complex requirements into practical and scalable processes
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience influencing senior stakeholders in a matrix organization
Excellent project and program management capabilities
Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
A pragmatic approach and the ability to balance risk management with business needs
Nice to have:
Experience with Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks
Knowledge of regulations such as PFAS, REACH, RoHS, CSRD, EUDR, Cyber Security, or similar regulatory domains
Experience with supplier risk assessment tools or procurement technology platforms
About the Team
You will join the Procurement Strategy Office (PSO),a newly established global team focused on Procurement Strategy, Sustainability, Risk Management, and Business Transformation.
The team currently consists of eight professionals with global responsibilities. Together, they drive strategic initiatives such as procurement digitization, supplier sustainability programs, risk management frameworks, and business transformation projects.
This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape a growing capability and establishsupplier risk management as a strategic discipline within Vanderlande's global procurement organization.
Why this Role?
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys:
Creating structure where none exists yet
Building new processes and frameworks from the ground up
Working at the intersection of risk, procurement, sustainability, and compliance
Combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Influencing stakeholders across a global organization
Making a measurable impact on business resilience and regulatory readiness
About Vanderlande
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports and in the parcel market. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.
At Vanderlande, you can develop your career, satisfy your ambitions, aspire to new heights, while enjoying personal growth and thriving on achievement.
What we offer
We offer a position in an international and professional working environment with room for personal development and growth.
This position offers a competitive salary range of € 6.000 to € 7.600 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance).
On top of your fixed salary, you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:
- 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)
- Flexible working hours
- A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)
- A Health & Wellbeing budget worth € 300 per calendar year.
- Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport
- Working from home allowance
- Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance
- On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists
- Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills
- A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives
Ready to apply?
Are you interested in this position? Apply directly via our careers page with your CV. Questions about this role? Contact Carlijn Kneepkens (Recruiter) at [email protected].
Diversity & inclusion
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.