Senior Category Buyer, Shop & Workshop (Hybrid)

Kramp; Varsseveld; Híbrido; EUR 74.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

25 vacation days and 12 ADV days (full

Holiday allowance

Flexible working policy

Travel and working from home allowance

Profit sharing bonus

Budget for training and courses

Generous pension plan

Work-from-home allowance (€2.15 perday

Descripción de la vacante

Kramp in Varsseveld is seeking a Category Buyer to build and optimize a best-in-class supplier portfolio aligned with category strategy and business objectives. You will drive supplier relations, sourcing, and cost management in a hybrid work setup.

The role requires 5+ years in category buying and subcontracting, with a hands-on, strategic approach. You will join an international team, reporting to the Head of Shop & Workshop, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent working experience
• 5+ years of experience in category buying, strategic sourcing, or procurement of technical/engineered products
• Strong understanding of outsourced production and subcontracting processes
• Experience with supplier development and performance management
• A proactive, structured, and independent working style
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Willingness to work from Varsseveld office 2+ days per week

Responsabilidades

• Supplier Portfolio Management: develop, manage, and optimize a robust supplier base aligned with category strategy.
• Subcontracting & sourcing: guide supplier selection for custom-built components and collaborate with engineering on technical requirements.
• Supplier Relationship Management: lead supplier negotiations, contracts, and performance discussions; address gaps and drive improvements.
• Tendering & cost management: run benchmarks and tenders; monitor cost drivers and seek savings without compromising quality.

Conocimientos

Supplier portfolio management

Subcontracting & sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Tendering & cost management

Stakeholder engagement

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent working experience

Descripción del empleo

Kramp in Varsseveld is seeking a Category Buyer to build and optimize a best-in-class supplier portfolio aligned with category strategy and business objectives. You will drive supplier relations, sourcing, and cost management in a hybrid work setup.

The role requires 5+ years in category buying and subcontracting, with a hands-on, strategic approach. You will join an international team, reporting to the Head of Shop & Workshop, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.