Operational Buyer

Responsibilities: • Purchasing of materials and services, taking into account quality, safety, time, cost efficiency and security of supply in accordance with the value limits of operational purchasing and the processes of the Procurement Management Manual • Processing of procurement requisitions and tasks in the respective IT systems including documentation • Processing of complaints and enforcement claims for defects/quality issues • Participation in supplier evaluation • Independent processing of clarifications of requirements/tenders / negotiations incl. supplementary management of individual requirements according to the value limits of operational purchasing • Support in carrying out analyses to optimize the procurement process in the assigned categories including identification and development of measures as well as their implementation • Use of the correct procurement channels (order, call-off, ARIBA, etc.) • Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders Requirements: 1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. 2. Demonstrated experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, or technical roles; experience in these areas is desirable. 3. Comprehensive experience in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes and/or business process optimization is an added advantage. 4. Professional proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading in both English and Dutch. Advanced skills in Dutch is an advantage. 5. Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Excel, Word, Outlook). 6. Strong customer and solution-oriented mindset with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 7. Familiarity with European business practices and communication styles. 8. Knowledge of SAP S/4 or other ERP systems and/or Ariba is an advantage.