Buyer

DENS; Helmond; Remote; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary aligned with experience

26 vacation days + 1 collective day

Growth opportunities

Fun workplace and team events

Fully funded pension plan

Job summary

DENS develops and delivers advanced mobile energy and battery solutions from Helmond, NL. As a Buyer you will manage an international supplier network, ensure seamless procurement, and lead cross-border logistics to keep production on track.

You will negotiate with suppliers, coordinate with Engineering and Production, and drive on-time delivery while balancing cost and quality. This role sits within a dynamic, fast-growing tech environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with international supplier networks and cross-border logistics.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Keeping the order process running smoothly and ensuring production never stops.
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure the best deals.
• From design to production: coordinate from drawing board to production floor.
• Manage supplier relationships and proactive cross-department coordination.
• Act as the connecting link across Planning, Engineering, Production, Finance and Sales.
• Balance cost and quality to meet standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Supply chain

Cross-functional teamwork

Job description

We offer

• Room to grow: if you show us what you can do, we will give you the opportunity to develop yourself
• A pleasant working environment where people work hard, but there is also room for fun
• Working with colleagues who want to move forward, keep improving, and grow with us

Your skills

• You close the best deals and build strong relationships with suppliers
• You understand the ins and outs of our order and production process
• You always think ahead and ensure everything is arranged on time

Why DENS

• We are not a standard technical company. We are innovative, ambitious, and always on the move
• We look at what each person needs and respond accordingly: no standard approach, but tailor-made solutions
• Because we all work on the same site, the lines of communication are short and decisions are made quickly; that is our strength

What makes this role different

Our supply base is international by nature: battery cells come from Asia, while power electronics, precision mechanics and cabling are sourced across Europe — and a growing share of our systems ships outside the Netherlands. You manage that international network hands-on — supplier visits, audits, cross-border logistics and customs — while working shoulder to shoulder with engineering and production every day. Procurement here is not a back office: it is part of the technical team.

What will you be doing as a Buyer at DENS?

• Keeping the order process running smoothly – you focus on ensuring a seamless procurement and order process, making sure production never comes to a standstill;
• Negotiating like a pro – you build strong relationships with suppliers and secure the best possible deals;
• From design to production – you play a key role in taking products from the drawing board to the production floor. You coordinate everything from start to finish to ensure a smooth process;
• Managing supplier relationships – you know exactly who to call to keep everything on schedule and proactively coordinate with suppliers;
• The connecting link across the organization – because our components are custom-designed, you work closely with various departments (including Planning, Engineering, Production, Finance, and Sales) to understand requirements and ensure the right parts are sourced on time;
• Balancing cost and quality – you keep costs under control without compromising quality, ensuring every component meets our standards.

What do we offer?

• A salary that matches your experience and skills;
• Flexibility to enjoy your time off – 26 vacation days plus one additional collective day off, because work-life balance matters;
• Growth opportunities – plenty of room to grow with the organization and further develop your skills and career;
• An enjoyable workplace – a relaxed atmosphere, weekly Friday drinks, and great team events that make work even more fun;
• A fully funded pension plan – we cover your pension contributions, with the option to make additional voluntary contributions if you wish.

What do we value?

• A passion for sustainability and technology;
• A genuine interest in the products DENS develops and sells;
• Knowledge of and experience in procurement is preferred;
• Experience with Exact is a plus;
• Excellent command of both Dutch and English, written and spoken.

Why DENS?

At DENS we build clean energy solutions for the future. Our technology is Dutch-made; our supply chain spans the globe. That combination is what makes this role interesting: you connect suppliers on three continents to a team of engineers one floor away. Short lines, one team, decisions made together.

Come aboard and get energized by your work! At DENS, you recharge every day with challenging projects and a team full of energy. So, are you ready to power up your career and truly make a difference?

About DENS

DENS develops and delivers advanced mobile energy and battery solutions for demanding sectors — from construction and ports to critical infrastructure and inland shipping. We are a fast-growing company of around 170 people, founded as a TU/e spin-off and based in Helmond, the Netherlands. We design, engineer and build in house, and we ship to more than ten countries — which puts procurement right in the middle of the product.