Strategic Technical Buyer — Hybrid (Supplier Partnerships)

Ims Nl; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary 3,450–5,790 EUR

27 vacation days + 13 ADV days

Training opportunities

Hybrid work 1 day from home

Lease bicycle

Canteen on site

Team events and fitness

Job summary

IMS, a Netherlands-based company, seeks a Technical Buyer to secure reliable supply chains for project teams and manage ongoing orders, schedules, and costs. You will lead supplier selection, negotiate terms, and develop framework agreements while supporting inventory control and process improvements.

The role requires an HBO degree, NEVI training, ERP/Excel expertise, and strong Dutch/English communication. Hybrid work is possible and training opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Completed technical HBO degree (e.g., Mechanical or Electrical Engineering).
• Completed NEVI training.
• Knowledge of production and processing techniques such as machining, assembly, and electrical engineering.
• Experience with purchasing electrotechnical parts and capital-intensive (sub)systems, both standard and custom-made.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel for data analysis and overviews.
• Good command of Dutch and English; German or another language is a plus.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Structured and analytical work attitude.

Responsibilities

• Procure technically and commercially for project needs, in consultation with project teams.
• Identify and select suppliers; negotiate delivery times and terms.
• Establish and manage framework agreements with suppliers.
• Conduct contract management by evaluating supplier performance and driving improvements.
• Manage and control inventory to support schedules and costs.
• Request quotations, evaluate them, and secure best possible agreements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Completed technical HBO degree

NEVI training

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

IMS, a Netherlands-based company, seeks a Technical Buyer to secure reliable supply chains for project teams and manage ongoing orders, schedules, and costs. You will lead supplier selection, negotiate terms, and develop framework agreements while supporting inventory control and process improvements.

The role requires an HBO degree, NEVI training, ERP/Excel expertise, and strong Dutch/English communication. Hybrid work is possible and training opportunities are offered.