Senior Buyer

Project Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Experience in Data Centre, Pharmaceutical or Semi-Conductor is advantageous
Must hold an EU Passport

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full procure-to-pay process, from sourcing to invoice clearance.
• Conduct complex bidding processes for equipment, materials, and services, including commercial evaluations.
• Develop procurement schedules in collaboration with project teams and the planning function.
• Write Procurement Project Execution Plans.
• Develop procurement strategies for core commodities.
• Work full-time on-site, closely coordinating with commercial and construction teams.
• Ensure the quality and timely delivery of goods and services for assigned projects.
• Procure materials and services on time and within budget constraints.
• Support the reallocation or disposal of surplus materials.
• Ensure strict adherence to the Authority Matrix.
• Generate internal reports.
• Operate with minimal supervision while maintaining high performance standards.
• Mentor and potentially lead junior procurement personnel.
• Identify new supplier sources and recommend innovative sourcing strategies.
• Oversee the logistics of goods and services required for assigned projects.
• Conduct external reporting outside of the procurement department.
• Assist with proposal development when required.
• Collaborate with buyers and the line manager to eliminate inefficiencies in procurement processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager.

Qualification

• A third level qualification preferably in supply chain, engineering, or other related discipline.
• Some Technical Knowledge of the Construction Industry would be an advantage.
• Experience of purchasing capital equipment in the Data Centre Industry.