The Netherlands - Eindhoven |
At Prodrive Technologies, we turn complex technology into high-performance systems that make a difference. To keep our factories running and our customers supplied on time, we are looking for an Operational Purchaser who takes ownership once the deal is done and ensures flawless execution in the supply chain.
We are dedicated to creating meaningful technologies that make the world work. We want to contribute to innovations that tackle major challenges in society, such as improving the quality of medical imaging. Besides, our technologies contribute to reducing the global dependency on fossil fuels and minimizing human exposure to air pollution. In other words, we create meaningful technologies that make the world work.
About the role:
As an Operational Purchaser, you step in after the negotiation phase. The supplier is selected, agreements are in place — and now it’s up to you to make sure everything runs as planned. You are fully in charge of the operational relationship with your suppliers and act as the central link between suppliers, planning, manufacturing and other internal stakeholders.
You ensure material availability by placing and managing purchase orders, aligning deliveries with production planning and proactively steering suppliers on performance. You are in the driver’s seat until issues are resolved and deliveries are secured.
Key Responsibilities
Associate degree in business administration, supply chain management or technical degree
3+ years of experience in an operational purchasing or supply coordination role, preferably in a technical or manufacturing environment.
A strong sense of ownership: you take responsibility and don’t let go until the issue is solved.
The ability to handle multiple and changing priorities while keeping overview of the total picture.
Good command of English, both written and spoken.
You don’t just go to work, you feel responsible for your project
You decide when, where and how much you want to work
You like to think about manufacturability when designing
You don’t sit and wait, you have a hands-on mentality