Procurement Assistant

Refresco; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension fully paid by employer

28 days holiday

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing and mental health support

NS or commuting allowance

Job summary

Refresco is seeking a Procurement Assistant for our European Headquarters in Rotterdam. You will support day-to-day purchasing and supplier coordination, working with Ingredients buyers to manage contracts, purchase orders and shipments.

You will analyze forecasts and inventory, maintain supplier data in SAP/S/4HANA, contribute to the European Supplier Portal, and help drive process improvements across Procurement, Logistics and Finance.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Logistics or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or a similar environment.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP or S/4HANA.
• Strong analytical and planning skills with data interpretation ability.
• Structured, accurate, and deadline-driven with cross-country collaboration.
• Clear communication with suppliers and colleagues across functions.
• Proactive mindset and interest in process improvements.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Analyse forecasts, inventory, contract positions and supply data to identify coverage requirements, risks and opportunities.
• Provide buyers with accurate, timely information to support purchasing decisions and continuity of supply.
• Support the end-to-end execution of contracts, purchase orders and shipments.
• Coordinate scheduling, documentation, quality requirements and invoice follow-up.
• Work with buyers, suppliers and colleagues across functions to resolve operational issues.
• Gather, validate and maintain supplier information in SAP, S/4HANA and other systems.
• Support the European Supplier Portal and other procurement projects and system improvements.
• Maintain clear process documentation and ensure effective communication and handovers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

SAP

S/4HANA

Job description

Procurement Assistant

The essentials

• Location: European Headquarters, Rotterdam
• Department: Procurement
• Reports to: Head of Procurement Ingredients
• Team: Ingredients Procurement
• Employment: Permanent, full-time
• Core technologies: SAP, S/4HANA

About the role

As Procurement Assistant, you will help ensure the smooth execution of our day-to-day purchasing and supply activities. Working closely with the Ingredients buyers, you will provide the accurate data, coordination and operational support they need to manage supplier relationships, contracts and supply positions effectively.

You will analyse forecasts, inventory levels, contract positions and supply information, translating these insights into clear actions and timely updates. You will also support contracts, purchase orders and shipments from start to finish, helping safeguard continuity of supply across our European operations.

An important part of the role is contributing to procurement systems and improvement initiatives, including the continued development and use of our European Supplier Portal. You will gather, validate and maintain supplier and procurement data and coordinate with colleagues and suppliers to ensure information is complete, accurate and available on time.

What you will be doing

• Analyse forecasts, inventory, contract positions and supply data to identify coverage requirements, risks and opportunities.
• Provide buyers with accurate, timely information to support purchasing decisions and continuity of supply.
• Support the end-to-end execution of contracts, purchase orders and shipments.
• Coordinate scheduling, documentation, quality requirements and invoice follow-up.
• Work with buyers, suppliers and colleagues across Procurement, Logistics, Legal, Finance and Operations to resolve operational issues.
• Gather, validate and maintain supplier and procurement information in SAP, S/4HANA and other relevant systems.
• Support the European Supplier Portal and other procurement projects and system improvements.
• Maintain clear process documentation and ensure effective communication and handovers.

What you will bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Logistics or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or a comparable operational environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP or S/4HANA.
• Strong analytical and planning skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify priorities.
• A structured and accurate approach, with the ability to manage several activities and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to collaborate with suppliers and colleagues across countries and functions.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and an interest in improving processes and ways of working.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Behind every drink is a team that makes it happen. Join ours.

What we offer you.

At Refresco, we believe that your work should be rewarding, both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer you:

• Competitive pay with eligibility for an annual bonus
• No personal pension contribution – your pension is fully paid by Refresco
• 28 days of holiday (based on full-time employment) to recharge and enjoy your time off
• Continuous opportunities to develop yourself, with access to tailored courses, interactive e-learnings,
• Free access to OpenUp for you and your family members, supporting mental well-being and personal development
• A modern office nearby the vibrant city of Rotterdam
• Fun and connection through regular events organized by our enthusiastic Fun Committee
• Opportunities for professional development and training to help you grow in your career
• An NS Business Card or commuting allowance, making your journey to the office more convenient
• Memorable moments together, from our weekly shared Thursday lunches to annual events like Wellbeing Week, the Christmas dinner, and our Holding trip.
• A culture shaped by our core values: entrepreneurial, passionate, agile, responsible and excellent.

Recruitment process

To ensure a fair and thorough selection, an assessment may be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

Important to know: We are currently unable to offer relocation support for this position. Candidates must be based locally in The Netherlands.