Senior Buyer | English C1
Oud Gastel, reference 2024-01276
Job description
As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for:
- Identifying and securing new suppliers to expand the product portfolio
- Managing relationships with existing suppliers to ensure consistent quality and supply
- Overseeing the key distributor account, ensuring all needs and requirements are met
- Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to achieve the best outcomes for the company
- Collaborating with the sales and logistics teams to streamline operations and improve efficiency
- Monitoring market trends to anticipate changes and adjust procurement strategies accordingly
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards in the procurement process
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders to support the account's growth and success
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Buyer or in a similar procurement role (a plus if it is within the FMCG industry)
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to manage complex supplier relationships and key accounts
- Proficiency in market analysis and procurement strategies
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to travel as required to meet with suppliers and stakeholders
- Proficiency in English; additional European languages are a plus
Working conditions
- Competitive salary and great secondary benefits.
- International team located in Oud Gastel
- 26 vacation days
- This role offers lease car, a laptop and a work phone.
- Pension plan is managed by BPF GIL. As an employee, you contribute 1/3 of the pension premium, while the employer contribute the remaining 2/3. This ensures you have a robust and secure retirement plan.
Salary from: €4000,-
Salary to: €6000,-
Work location
Oud Gastel
Company description
Our client is a trusted global distribution partner and operational expert for the world’s largest FMCG brands, simplifying and upscaling business operations. With 40 years of experience, they operate in 63 countries through seven European business entities.
Good to know
If you are interested in this vacancy, you can apply by clicking on the button above. Your application will be sent directly to the recruiter in charge. IMPORTANT: if you are not yet registered with Undutchables we kindly ask you to do so. Your information will be handled in the strictest confidence and your CV will not be sent to a company unless you have given prior permission.We will invite you for an extensive interview, as soon as any potential job opportunities arise. We will advise you on issues regarding employment in the Netherlands. Then, if possible, we will introduce you to a prospective company and provide support during the selection procedure.
Recruiter contact
Rama Shehata, Eindhoven
[email protected]
+31(0)6-18093399