Global Category Buyer – Precision Machining

Frencken Mechatronics B.V.; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Frencken Mechatronics B.V. in the Netherlands is seeking a Category Buyer – Precision Machining to source complex machined components for innovative products and projects.

You will help develop and execute category strategies, balancing technology, cost, quality, and supply continuity while managing supplier relationships. You will work with cross-functional teams to optimize value, negotiate contracts, and drive improvements across the global supply chain.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of procurement, sourcing, or category management experience.
• Bachelor's degree (BSc or BEng) in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline.
• Experience sourcing machined components or technical products within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with solid experience in supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Good stakeholder management skills and the ability to collaborate across functions.
• Experience in supplier relationship management and supplier performance improvement.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• A proactive mindset with a collaborative approach and a drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of short- and long-term category strategies with the GCM and Global Category Team.
• Partner with Procurement Program Leads and multidisciplinary teams to support priorities including supply continuity, cost optimization, and quality improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers.
• Lead commercial discussions, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities with support from senior stakeholders.
• Conduct supplier business reviews, monitor performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, and supply chain optimization while mitigating risks.
• Support supplier base development by scouting, qualifying, and onboarding new suppliers.
• Collaborate with Quality and Operational Procurement teams to resolve supplier and supply chain challenges.
• Contribute to global category strategies and procurement best practices.
• Escalate strategic or operational issues to the Category Buying Manager.

Skills

Procurement

Category management

Supplier negotiations

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Supply Chain/Business

Job description

Frencken Mechatronics B.V. in the Netherlands is seeking a Category Buyer – Precision Machining to source complex machined components for innovative products and projects.

You will help develop and execute category strategies, balancing technology, cost, quality, and supply continuity while managing supplier relationships. You will work with cross-functional teams to optimize value, negotiate contracts, and drive improvements across the global supply chain.