Operational Buyer a.i. in Amsterdam

The main role purpose is being responsible of identifying standardization, supplier enablement and operational purchasing in line with the overall strategy and business needs. You will be a part of a dynamic team which is based in Rheden, the Netherlands.

What needs to be done?

• Handle buying from release of the items (purchase order placement) and complete the procurement process of mediumcomplex,
• medium/low-value items for multiple projects.
• Handle all operational buying work driven by business requirements, for both New Build as aftermarket value streams.
• This includes strong communication with the responsible engineer, project manager, strategic buyer and other stake
• holders in order to:

o Create the purchase orders (contracting)

o Follow the process until timely delivery (expediting)

o Follow-up on all process disruptions such as late deliveries, quality items, not matching invoices etc.

• Establish contracts and work with internal customers to identify understand and translate purchasing needs.
• Perform related purchasing activities, such as colleting applicable specifications or drawings and generation of purchase orders within pre-established spending limits.
• Perform related purchasing activities such as order confirmations, required certifications, invoices, delivery/quality mismatches that require short-time reaction.
• Achieve and improve on time delivery with the existing supply base for small parts
• Cooperate with safety procedures and further develop a safe working environment internally and externally.
• Work continuously on cost reduction opportunities and process improvements.

Howden enables their customers’ vital processes, which advance a more sustainable world. This is the Howden vision that drives them! Liaise with colleagues in 34 countries. Howden offers global and local opportunities, 6000 employees and world leading engineers, who create cutting edge developments.

You will be a part of over 160 years of innovation and development that continues today with our digital solutions. At Howden they have a strong corporate identity and purpose. You will be a member of our team, shaping the future of the world and tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the planet. Their products and organization are Revolving Around You. Howden's culture promotes individual development to enhance their most important asset – the people.

You will work at a well-established global company and get the chance to develop and realize new improvements, meet suppliers, travel, have technical discussions and celebrate successes in a team with a good atmosphere and dedicated colleagues. In this role you will truly have high responsibility and accountability in a global presence. Last but not least, you will have the opportunity to make a noticeable difference to our environment as HTC plays a key-role within the hydrogen market. We offer an interesting and challenging position within a professional, international organization with freedom to act and the opportunity to work with a variety of stakeholders. As we consider talent management as key to the success of the organization, we offer opportunities for personal and professional development. We offer a salary package that is fully in line with the level of the position combined with an extensive package of fringe benefits and training opportunities. We offer a Hybrid Working policy that provides the opportunity to work from your home office up to 3 days per week.

What do you need to bring?

• Fluent English fit for negotiation, additional strong German language skills is an advantage.
• Economical and technical educational background.
• Previous work experience as Tactical / Operational Buyer or a role within procurement in a multinational company.
• Pro-active personality and ambition to challenge and improve current working-processes.
• Effective communication skills.
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes, procedures and theory.
• Ability to read and understand P&ID’s, part drawings etc.
• Ability to prioritize and flexibility to adapt to changes.
• Ability to set-up supply chain strategies for various product categories
• Self-starting mind-set
• Willingness to go the distance beyond job description, to serve our customers