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Implementation Manager

UtrechtOn site35 hours/week<3months

Crucial and strategic role within the contract lifecycle management section of a procurement center, part of a logistics command.

  • Driving force behind the central implementation of complex (performance) contracts within a government organization.
  • Acts as a strong advisor for various internal project groups responsible for large material and IT projects.
  • Explicitly advises on the setup of logistical and technical maintenance processes to ensure optimal deployability of equipment throughout its lifecycle.
  • Builds bridges between different worlds and focuses on strategically strengthening collaboration with suppliers, units, and partners.
  • Provides coaching leadership and manages the personnel of the Contract Implementation cluster.

What you do

  • Responsible for implementing complex (performance) contracts, including co-writing Programs of Requirements (PvE) for logistical setup and drafting transfer protocols.
  • Ensures the complete setup of contracts in an ERP system and that work processes compliant with the contract are successfully embedded in the organization.
  • From an independent advisory role, sharply assesses the implications and consequences of decisions for the desired future situation.
  • Frequently coordinates with all organizational units and external suppliers to bridge conflicting interests.
  • Actively performs project management by monitoring project progress based on capacity, milestone, and financial planning, and reports on this.
  • Directly leads the personnel assigned to the Contract Implementation cluster.

What they ask

  • Relevant and obtained HBO (higher professional education) diploma.
  • Good knowledge of the organization and the relationships between staff, logistics commands, and project organizations.
  • Demonstrable experience with operational material logistics.
  • Specific experience in supply chain logistics (supply chain / assortment management) and system logistics (maintenance / maintenance management) is essential.
  • Broad theoretical knowledge of program and project management.
  • Additional experience with project management methodologies and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) is highly desirable.
  • Excellent networking skills; very strong in building and structurally maintaining an internal and external network.
  • Possesses persuasiveness and backbone; is steadfast as an advisor and can convincingly defend complex decisions.
  • Finally, is strongly analytical, communicatively skilled, cost-conscious, and results-oriented.

Practical

  • A security screening (VGB) is part of the application process.
  • Dutch nationality is necessary for civilian applicants.
  • Providing a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) is a condition for appointment.
  • A background check, including criminal record and financial matters, which takes an average of 8 weeks, may be part of the selection procedure.

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