Impactful Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement

Huisman; Schiedam; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

29 holidays (plus up to 10 extra)

Collective pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Health insurance

Bike scheme tax benefits

Company events

Job summary

Huisman in Schiedam, Netherlands, is seeking a Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement to manage timely and cost-efficient purchasing across non-product categories. You will develop strong supplier relationships and support multiple departments with compliant procurement practices.

The role requires a hands-on, analytical, and communicative professional with English proficiency and a willingness to learn. We offer an attractive benefits package, a long-term career path, and an international work

Qualifications

• 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; Dutch knowledge 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.

Responsibilities

• Achieve best price-quality balance while ensuring timely delivery of goods/services.
• Build and maintain transparent relationships with key suppliers.
• Provide operational support to the Non-Product Related Category Manager, including creating POs, checking invoices, and advising on PPE/consumables/tools agreements.
• Support various Huisman departments with procurement procedures and internal requests.
• Ensure cost allocation accuracy in the ERP system and monitor rental activities.

Skills

Team player

Strong communicator

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Ownership

Hands-on mentality

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Nevi 1

Tools

ISAH ERP

Job description

Huisman in Schiedam, Netherlands, is seeking a Category Buyer – Indirect Procurement to manage timely and cost-efficient purchasing across non-product categories. You will develop strong supplier relationships and support multiple departments with compliant procurement practices.

The role requires a hands-on, analytical, and communicative professional with English proficiency and a willingness to learn. We offer an attractive benefits package, a long-term career path, and an international work