Purchaser/Procurement Professional

JOB DETAILS

• Location: Heerlen, Eindhoven or Born - The Netherlands.
• Schedule: On-site for the first 4 months. Hybrid (3 days/week on-site) after that.
• Type of Employment: Full-time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess and analyze the purchasing needs of internal customers and develop specifications in line with policies and guidelines.
• Explore the supplier market, reduce the supplier base, and evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, and performance.
• Request and compare quotations, propose strategies to improve efficiency, and manage assigned product categories.
• Provide actionable advice on procurement strategies, processes, and risk managemen.
• Negotiate contracts, monitor SLAs, cost levels, KPIs, and quality standards with suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships, address performance issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Process purchase orders, stock transport orders, and requisitions in the ERP system.
• Track and manage stock availability and turnover, ensuring timely delivery and addressing shortages or delays.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and systems.
• Maintain and expand professional knowledge and skills through continuous learning.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with MRP-driven requirements planning and technical affinity for engineering components.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Proactive, result-driven, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English, both verbal and written.