Project Buyer

NTS Eindhoven; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 54,684 - 75,888; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Travel allowance up to 50 km one-way

27 vacation days + 13 ADV days

Pension scheme and profit-sharing

Job summary

NTS Eindhoven is seeking a Project Buyer to drive procurement within challenging (customer) projects and align processes with project objectives. You will collaborate with project managers, commodity buyers and SQEs, reporting to the Supply Chain Manager.

The role focuses on supplier selection, contract negotiations, and ensuring timely material availability while optimizing costs via TCO. This is a hybrid role in a high-tech environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a procurement role.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset for process improvement.
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Navision).
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Selecting and approving suppliers based on customer requirements and relevant commodity strategies.
• Negotiating project packages (QLTC-wide) and monitoring the CPR roadmap.
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies in collaboration with Commodity Buyers and Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Ensuring the timely availability of materials by placing and tracking project-related orders.
• Optimizing procurement costs based on the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

BSc/HBO in Business Administration

Tools

Navision ERP

Job description

Project Buyer – Contribute to Technological Innovation!

It’s what we achieve together that makes us strong. Do you have a passion for technology and a sharp eye for procurement processes? Do you want to make an impact in challenging (customer) projects and contribute to the growth of a high-tech organization? Then the role of Project Buyer at NTS Mechatronics in Eindhoven could be your next career step!

Job Description

As a Project Buyer, you represent the procurement function within (customer) projects. You play a key role in supplier selection and ensure that all procurement processes align seamlessly with project objectives. You work closely with project managers, commodity buyers, and Supplier Quality Engineers and report hierarchically to the Supply Chain Manager.

Your responsibilities:

• Selecting and approving suppliers based on customer requirements and relevant commodity strategies.
• Negotiating project packages (QLTC-wide) and monitoring the CPR roadmap.
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies in collaboration with Commodity Buyers and Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Ensuring the timely availability of materials by placing and tracking project-related orders.
• Optimizing procurement costs based on the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principle.

What do you bring?

We are looking for a driven professional with a passion for procurement and supply chain management. You recognize yourself in the following:

• Bachelor’s degree (HBO level) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar procurement role.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset for continuous process improvement.
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Navision) and an affinity for ICT tools.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, both in Dutch and English.

What do we offer?

Working at NTS means being part of a successful and dynamic high-tech company with a strong market position. You will benefit from:

• Competitive salary of €4,900 – €6,800
• Hybrid working options and a good work-life balance
• Travel allowance up to 50 km one-way (€0.21 per km)
• Career growth and development opportunities, including training and courses
• 27 vacation days + 13 ADV (reduction of working hours) days
• Excellent pension scheme (PME) and profit‑sharing

About NTS

At NTS, we accelerate innovation. How? By using our technical expertise and innovative solutions, we help customers in the semiconductor, analytical, health, and optical industries enhance their technologies. From concept to realization, we are involved in the entire process. At NTS, we build long‑term relationships, both with our customers and our employees. Accelerating the Future – together with you!