Operational Buyer

Delta Engineering; Ophasselt; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Engineering in Belgium (Oost-Vlaanderen) is seeking an experienced Buyer to drive production-related purchasing. You will manage end-to-end purchasing files, translate department needs into ERP orders, and ensure deliveries align with schedules.

You will build a network of local and international suppliers, negotiate terms, monitor stock levels, and collaborate with planning and production to keep operations running smoothly. Dutch and English fluency is essential.

Qualifications

• Technical background and strong analytical skills.
• Extensive experience as a buyer.
• Strong verbal and written Dutch and English.
• Knowledge of French and German is a plus.
• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Handle purchasing files from quote to delivery.
• Translate needs from MRP into concrete ERP orders.
• Monitor orders to ensure on-time delivery and resolve delays.
• Collaborate with planning and production for alternatives.
• Maintain stock levels and balance inventory costs.
• Keep master data like prices and lead times accurate.
• Build network of international suppliers and coordinate with Romania site.

Skills

Technical background

Analytical skills

Buyer experience

Communication & networking

Persuasive skills

Tools

ERP system

Job description

At Delta Engineering, you’ll join an ambitious, fast-growing environment. As a Buyer, you are a key link in our internal processes, which run from design through production to delivery. Our ambition to deliver high-quality machines within an agreed timeframe calls for smooth and efficient internal operations.

Your responsibilities

As an operational buyer, you are responsible for production-related purchasing at our Belgian site.

• You handle purchasing files from A to Z: you request quotes, compare prices and terms, negotiate with suppliers and follow up on the entire process through to delivery.
• You translate the needs from MRP and the various departments into concrete orders in the ERP system.
• You closely monitor your orders and make sure deliveries arrive on time and as agreed. In case of delays, you proactively contact the supplier and look for solutions.
• When delivery issues arise, you work closely with planning and production to quickly find suitable alternatives and ensure the continuity of our operations.
• You take responsibility for resolving discrepancies between orders and receipts, coordinating with the internal and external parties involved.
• You monitor stock levels and continuously seek the right balance between availability and inventory costs.
• You keep key master data, such as prices, lead times and delivery terms, accurate and up to date in the ERP system.
• You help build a strong and reliable network of international suppliers across various technical product categories.
• You work closely with the purchasing team at our site in Romania.

Your talents

• You have a technical background and strong analytical skills.
• You have extensive experience as a buyer.
• You are a natural communicator and networker.
• In addition to a healthy commercial sense, you also have strong persuasive skills.
• You personally contribute to positive business results and a good working atmosphere.
• You have strong written and verbal skills in Dutch and English. Knowledge of French and German is a plus.

Our commitment

A secure, varied job within a young, growing company and an enthusiastic team. You'll work for a financially sound company with a leading name and a clear vision for the future.