Introduction
We are currently looking for an experienced Buyer with strong negotiation and contracting skills to join the Procurement Department in The Netherlands.
Organization
As Buyer you will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, goods and services across multiple categories to support and maintain the company’s fleet, offices and yards, and to support the effective execution of projects. Candidates will have the ability to successfully multi-task, possess strong negotiation and communication skills, able to use his/her experience in a lead position and be comfortable and experienced working in a fast moving and high-paced environment. We are looking for someone who will be keen to develop and grow within the role and organisation to take on additional challenges and responsibilities.
Function
- Manage, monitor and process purchase order administration;
- Liaise with internal clients to compile requirements for sourcing of materials and services;
- Review internal requisitions and check correctness (incl. all required back-up correspondence);
- Issue RFQ/RFP’s and evaluate quotations;
- Negotiate bids and quotations;
- Place PO’s per company standard (incl. company terms and conditions);
- Expedite PO’s and ensure timely receipt of goods, documents and certificates in accordance with the (technical) specifications;
- Verify and approve invoices;
- Prepare bid evaluation sheets and executive summaries;
- Follow-up and settle VO’s, claims and/or disputes;
- Analyse the supplier market (structures, market shares, prices, technology, products, etc.);
- Attend supplier sites and industry related trade exhibitions as required.
Requirements
- MBO+/HBO level or equivalent in Administration, Commerce or Technical, and/or relevant purchasing/commercial experience in a high competitive and demanding environment.
- 5 years relevant experience in a similar environment (offshore, shipbuilding or petrochemical industry).
- Affinity with technical standards and specifications in a project environment.
- Fully conversant with modern procurement and purchasing methods and techniques
- Results-driven, with a proven track record.
- Experience with an ERP system (ORACLE) and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with IT and facility procurement is desirable.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Highly organised with a hands-on, no-nonsense mentality and an ability to work on own initiative.
- Good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
- Willingness to travel.
Information
Call us on +31 (0) 70 2045 300
Application
Please send your resume to [email protected] or apply via the button below.
