Experienced Techincal Buyer to manage the procurement of equipment and materials for our engineering teams, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and high-quality supply of components, resources and services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, knowledge of local and European suppliers.Key Responsibilities:Vendor Management:Conduct vendor surveying, validation, and creation in the MRO/ SAP system.Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.Accumulate and maintain knowledge of which suppliers are best for specific components.Collaborate with electrical panel builders for custom panel solutions and place orders directly with them.Order Processing:Manage and oversee purchases through webshops like Distrelec, Itsme, Technische Unie, and other relevant platforms.Place orders with approved vendors and follow up on deliveries.Generate Purchase Requests (PR) and Purchase Orders (PO) in the MRO/ SAP system.Invoice and Financial Coordination:Prepare invoice summaries and verify invoices for accuracy.Collaborate closely with the finance team to ensure timely payments and resolve any invoice discrepancies.Inventory Management:Monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring there are no supply shortages or overstocking issues.Collaborate with team members to forecast demand and maintain optimal stock levels.Collaborate with finance team for annual stock countCross-Department Collaboration:Work closely with engineering, R&D, and other internal teams to understand their equipment needs and ensure smooth procurement operations.Serve as the primary point of contact for employees requesting purchases, providing updates on order status and delivery timelines.Negotiation & Price Management:Engage in price bargaining and negotiations with suppliers to secure the best terms and prices for the company.Evaluate cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality.
