Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement

Huisman; Schiedam; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension scheme

Bike benefit scheme

Company events & trips

Job summary

Huisman Equipment B.V. in Schiedam seeks a Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement to ensure timely, on-budget purchases with quality compliance. You will support a broad range of internal departments and manage supplier relationships from a central procurement role.

You bring 3+ years in a similar role, practical knowledge of ISAH ERP, and strong English communication. An EU work permit is required; Dutch is a plus. The role offers an international environment and a clear path for development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree level or higher
• Nevi 1 or an equivalent qualification
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of the ISAH ERP system is preferred
• Strong English (written and spoken); Dutch is a plus
• Analytical, proactive with sense of ownership
• Hands-on mentality and understanding of internal processes

Responsibilities

• Secure best price-quality balance for goods and services
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers
• Create purchase orders for goods and services; process related invoices
• Support functional departments in following procurement procedures and cost allocation
• Provide overview of rental activities to monitor costs

Skills

Team player

Strong communicator

Curious and eager to learn

Persistent and persuasive

Solution-oriented

Hands-on mentality

Good command of English

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree level

Nevi 1 or equivalent

Tools

ISAH ERP system

Job description

Vacancy: Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement who is ‘equipped for impact’

Do you want to be part of a globally operating team of innovators? Do you want to contribute to the energy transition? Do you also think bigger than big? And, do you have what it takes to make an impact? Then we might be looking for you. Find out more about our vacancy forCategory Buyer – Indirect Procurement

About our organisation

We are Huisman. We develop step changing technical solutions and translate these into the design and construction of the largest construction equipment. For decades, we have been working all over the world for offshore wind, geothermal, oil & gas, leisure and civil industries.
With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service & sales facilities we are ‘equipped for impact’ in these times of transition.

“Our impact? Always coming up with innovative solutions.”

About the position of Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement

What can you expect from the Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement position at Huisman?

As a Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement, you ensure that the goods and services required within our organisation are purchased on time, within budget and in accordance with applicable quality requirements and procedures. You take a proactive approach to supporting the business and contribute to an efficient procurement process.

We would also like to highlight the other benefits of working at Huisman, such as the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking innovations, an excellent benefits package and regular drinks in our own bar.

What do we expect of you?

As a Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement, you are responsible for:

• Achieving the best balance of price and quality while ensuring the timely delivery of required goods and/or services;
• Building and maintaining strong, transparent working relationships with key suppliers;
• Providing operational support to the Non-Product Related Category Manager, including:
  • Creating purchase orders for goods and/or services;
  • Checking and processing invoices related to these purchase orders;
  • Providing input on internal requirements for personal protective equipment (PPE), consumables and tools ...to help determine the appropriate type of agreement.
• Providing operational support to various departments within Huisman, including:
  • Creating ad hoc purchase orders for the Production, Commissioning & Testing and Maintenance departments;
  • Supporting internal requesters in understanding and following the applicable procurement procedures;
  • Ensuring accurate cost allocation within the ERP system;
  • Reviewing, coordinating and processing invoices related to these purchase orders;
  • Preparing an overview of rental activities to monitor and control the associated costs.

Wondering if you are 'equipped for impact'?

You are:

A genuine team player;

A strong communicator, both verbally and in writing;

Curious and eager to learn;

Persistent and persuasive;

Solution-oriented and someone who gets things done.

You have:

• The ability to work and think at bachelor's degree level;
• Nevi 1 or an equivalent qualification, or the willingness to undertake the relevant training;
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role;
• Preferably, knowledge of the ISAH ERP system;
• The ability to adapt quickly to changing requirements and prioritise effectively;
• A practical approach and a good command of English, both spoken and written. Knowledge of Dutch is an advantage;
• Analytical skills, a proactive attitude and a strong sense of ownership;
• A hands-on mentality;
• A good understanding of internal processes and procedures.

Some practical things we need you to have:

• An EU passport or a valid work permit for the Netherlands.
• Think big and make big, all in one location. At Huisman Schiedam, both our office and production facilities are based on a single site.
• An open, informal and no-nonsense culture with short lines of communication.
• An international working environment with ample opportunities for career progression and personal development.
• An excellent benefits package tailored to your experience and qualifications.
• A minimum of 29 holiday days (based on full-time employment) with the option to purchase an additional 10 days.
• Participation in a collective pension scheme in line with the Wtp.
• Eligibility for a bonus scheme.
• Access to collective health insurance, with Huisman contributing as your employer.
• Take advantage of tax benefits through our bicycle scheme.
• Huisman organises sporting activities, such as a ski trip, as well as various social events, including large-scale company parties where colleagues come together and get to know each other better.

Contact person for this vacancy Eren Yasemin ''What drives me is the conversation with candidates: their passion for engineering, their stories, their ambitions. It's always special to find that match between their expertise and the innovative projects at Huisman.'' [e-mail] Questions? Contact us

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