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Technical Purchaser Position Available

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in procurement and vendor management within the Offhsore industry?
  
We are currently seeking a highly motivated Technical Purchaser to join the team at at our clients branch in the Netherlands.

Key Responsibilities:
Contracting and Procurement (C&P):
  • Collaborate with MATCOs, discipline engineers, and project management on procurement matters.
  • Prepare comprehensive requests for quotation documents adhering to technical, commercial, and quality requirements.
  • Negotiate and execute various purchase orders (POs) and contracts at both local and international levels.
  • Efficiently create and manage contracts and purchase orders in the ERP system.
  • Foster and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Verify stock availability to ensure timely procurement.
Contract Management:
  • Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to optimize agreements.
  • Identify frame agreement opportunities in collaboration with engineers and supply chain managers.
  • Manage procurement documentation and correspondence.
  • Provide guidance and information on contracting processes to stakeholders.
  • Monitor contract performance and facilitate close-out, extension, or renewal processes.
Vendor Management:
  • Conduct supplier evaluations in accordance with company policy.
  • Facilitate supplier pre-qualification processes.
  • Provide feedback to improve vendor management processes.
  • Manage claims and track vendor feedback.
Best Practices:
  • Collaborate with HQ Supply Chain members to ensure global supply chain performance.
  • Monitor post-delivery processes to ensure timely supplier payments.
  • Contribute to the definition and improvement of corporate business practices.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and/or B.Sc. degree/MBO in a technical field, or equivalent in Work Experience.
  • 3 to 5+ years’ experience in procurement and contracts area of oil and gas industry/Offshore/Marine with a taste for technical subjects.
  • Fluent English, French and/or Dutch is a plus.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of logistics, customs, and stock management practices.
  • Familiarity with corporate business practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
Benefits:
  • Hybrid working model to accommodate flexibility.
  • Market-leading pension scheme.
  • Competitive salary between Salary Range: €45,000 – 53,000 (depending on experience).

    Please note that only candidates eligible to live and work in the Netherlands will be considered for this role.

If you're ready to make a significant impact in procurement and vendor management within the Offshore sector, apply now to join a dynamic team!