Category Buyer (m/v/x)
Job Description:
As Logistics Buyer you will be responsible for identifying potentials, lead supplier negotiations and implement potentials accordingly.
You ensure data transparency and high data quality in all the Purchasing used systems (e.g. SAP) •
You follow procedures (e.g. Sourcing Approval), work and cooperate closely with Local Indirect Purchasing teams and other functions like Logistics Operations, Legal, Finance and Sales, ensure compliance across all Purchasing activities.
You ensure transparency in regard to contract management: reviewing terms and validities frequently.
You ensure Global alignment with North America.
You will monitor and provide all necessary reports and overviews throughout the organization on project status, cost saving, cost improvement performance or other Supply Management related tasks.
You define, prioritize key projects and translate into objectives/action plans and drive execution to deliver required business results by leading projects and cross-functional teams.
You validate cost savings with relevant actors and support local purchasing to turn the identified cost savings opportunities into real savings.
Candidate Profile:
You have a fluent knowledge of both the Dutch and English language (verbal and written). German is a plus.
You have a degree in Economics or Logistics or a comparable education and equal by experience.
You have an experience of minimum 5 years in the automotive industry, preferable having done (indirect ) purchasing and logistics activities. You have knowledge of logistics market in Europe (road, sea, air, express, multimodal).
You are familiar with customs processes, material flow, warehousing, packaging expertise (one way and returnable), negotiations and contract management of international suppliers with focus on logistics. You have a strong target- and result-oriented approach.
You have excellent presentation skills
You can provide functional leadership as a project manager in dedicated projects.
You have excellent IT- and analytical skills.
You have a good knowledge of MS-Office and ERP-Tools (SAP is desirable).
You are self-confident and you have excellent communication skills.
What Client Offers:
You will be part of a family-owned company where people with various cultural backgrounds work together closely and trustfully.
You will receive an attractive salary package according to your experience and competencies.
Interested? Apply online or send your resume to [email protected]
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