(T) Coordinator, Buying

Foot Locker; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid position

Employee discount

Casual sneaker culture

Career development

Travel reimbursement

Bike plan

Job summary

Foot Locker in Utrecht, Netherlands, seeks a Coordinator, Buying on a 1‑year temporary contract to provide clerical backup and administrative support to the Buying Team, ensuring correct implementation of buying processes and full vendor information. The role requires 1–2 years of admin experience, fluency in English, strong MS Office skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset; hybrid work with in-office days.

Qualifications

• MBO level qualification required.
• 1–2 years of administrative or secretarial experience requested.
• Fluency in English and strong MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless application of the monthly buying procedure.
• Document costs and manage the retail database.
• Maintain accurate product category files and vendor information.
• Assist with the preparation work for product range reviews and conference calls.
• Participate in ad hoc projects (e.g. presentations).
• Build good cross‑department relationships to complete tasks efficiently (Marketing, Account Administration).
• Contact point for assigned product categories and documentation of samples.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organized

Team player

Fluent English

Education

MBO level

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is a temporary 1 year contract.

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Overview

Relentlessly committed to fuel a shared passion for self-expression, we create unrivaled experiences at the heart of the sport and sneaker communities through the power of our people. If you want to be a part of something bigger than you can imagine, you’ve come to the right place. The Coordinator, Buying’s main responsibility is to provide clerical back up and administrative support to the Buying Team. This role is key in ensuring correct implementation of the buying processes and in providing full vendor information to the Buying team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless application of the monthly buying procedure
• Document costs and manage the retail database
• Maintain accurate product category files and vendor information
• Assist with the preparation work for product range reviews and conference calls
• Participate in ad hoc projects where required (i.e. presentations)
• Build good working relationships with other departments in order to efficiently complete tasks requiring cross-functional involvement (i.e. Marketing, Account Administration)
• Contact point for assigned product categories
• Document and mark all samples per Buyer
• Ensure final ordered samples chosen are tagged with date intro and description
• Liaise with suppliers regarding delivery and collection of samples
• Store/display working samples effectively (sample room management)
• Assist with development of product calendar by month (product photos/photo editing)
• Document samples movement (i.e. Marketing, Vendors, Other Divisions)
• Maintain relevant seasonal catalogues and price lists for all suppliers
• Assist Buyers in the preparation of vendor meetings
• Liaise with department secretaries to ensure maintenance of purchase orders
• Liaise with other Buyer Assistants to develop best practices

Qualifications

• MBO level required
• At least 1-2 years of administrative or secretarial experience required
• Interest in sports fashion is highly preferred
• Fluency in English, other European languages are strong assets
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint are must)
• Ability to work under pressure and with own initiative
• Enthusiastic, positive, and goal-oriented team player
• Accurate (also with numbers), well organized and service minded

Benefits

• Recognition, inclusion and belonging in a diverse environment
• 25 holidays and flexible working (hybrid position, in office ~2 days p/w)
• Employee Discount on in-store and online products
• Casual Sneaker Culture
• Learning & Health/Wellbeing programs
• Career development and growth in an ambitious international team
• Travel reimbursement
• Access to premium wellness apps
• Bike plan and contribution to gym subscription
• Pension Plan
• Discounted Collective Health plans
• Activities organized by our Social Committee #