You are a hands-on purchasing professional who can quickly take over operations on a temporary basis. Daily work consists of processing various orders for parts and materials. Based on technical drawings you understand what the right parts and sizes are and you process the orders in the ERP system. Of course you will liaise with the business office and the departments of engineering, production planning and production. You also keep overviews for these departments, which you report to the CTO. Every week you participate in the order project management meeting.
Duties and responsibilities
- Coordination with involved departments of required parts and materials based on technical drawings;
- Processing orders and deliveries in the ERP system;
- Careful recording of proper sizing and quality;
- Ensure timely delivery and availability so that inventory levels are maintained;
- Maintain contact with suppliers at home and abroad;
- Optimize procurement processes in terms of efficiency, cost reduction and sustainability and identify risks, in consultation with the supply chain manager.
Job Requirements
- Completed mbo+, college education in Purchasing and Inventory Management, Logistics or similar field.
- Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in procurement, preferably in the logistics/transportation equipment manufacturing industry.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Technical acumen for reading and understanding technical drawings.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- Problem solving ability and results orientation.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and other optimization methods is a plus.
- Fluent command of Dutch and good English.
- Willing to jump in hands-on with procurement on an interim basis.
What we offer
- Competitive salary with good fringe benefits.
- Ability to make an impact quickly in a temporary role.
- A pleasant, collegial and informal working atmosphere.