Operationeel Buyer Interim

This is how you make impact

As an Operational Buyer, you play a key role in ensuring the continuity of our operations by securing the timely and cost-effective supply of goods and services. You are responsible for executing day-to-day purchasing activities in line with established procedures, quality standards, budgets and business requirements.

In this role, you manage purchase orders, coordinate closely with suppliers, monitor delivery performance and support inventory availability. You proactively identify and resolve issues related to lead times, shortages, pricing or quality, working collaboratively with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers to achieve the best possible outcome.

You continuously balance business needs, supplier performance and operational priorities to ensure materials and services are available when needed, contributing directly to efficiency, customer satisfaction and overall business success.

This is what you bring to the team

We're looking for someone who takes ownership, enjoys solving problems, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You know how to balance priorities while maintaining a high level of quality and service.

We also ask for:

·       MBO+/Bachelor's degree level of working and thinking, preferably in Logistics, Procurement, or Business Administration.

·       Strong communication skills in Dutch and English; German is considered an advantage.

·       Good proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

·       Preferred qualification: NEVI 1 (Netherlands).

Interested?

We are looking for an independent contractor (ZZP), not through an agency, who is available for an assignment of approximately 3 to 6 months.

If this opportunity sounds interesting, we'd love to hear from you! Please apply with your CV and a short motivation outlining your experience and suitability for the assignment. We kindly ask you to include your availability, expected hourly rate, and any additional information that may help us assess your application.

Your daily responsibilities include

·       Process purchase order suggestions for orders/order forms and approved requisitions into purchase orders in the ERP system, taking account of price, delivery lead time and packaging unit, based on existing contracts with preferred suppliers.

·       Ensure accurate and timely order placement to meet operational needs.

·       Monitor and track order statuses, ensuring on-time deliveries.

·       Handle order modifications, cancellations or escalations when needed.

·       Check and process order confirmations from suppliers.

·       Come up with alternative products and/or suppliers in consultation with Senior Buyer in case of shortages.

·       Put rescheduling messages and cancellations into effect. If necessary, adjust priorities in consultation with Planning.

·       Deal with invoice discrepancies within competence/authority.

·       Arrange logistic handling of problems (including quality problems).

RESULT AREA’S

·       Continuity : No production stoppages due to timely availability of materials

·       Quality: Delivered goods meet the agreed specifications

·       Cost control: Orders are placed within agreed price arrangements and budgets

·       Delivery reliability: Suppliers deliver according to the agreeds deadlines

·       Availability of materials in accordance with the agreed terms of delivery

·       Provide material availability information

·       Complain timely about discrepancies.

·       Solve problems with material or alternatively, escalate timely (in line with escalation model).

·       Ensure that NPIs are followed up timely.