Purchasing Manager

We’re looking for a dynamic and strategic Purchasing Manager to join our team!

In this role you’ll have the chance to lead a team, develop key purchasing strategies, and make a real impact on our company’s success.

Your Role:

• Strategy Development: You will be at the forefront of creating and implementing purchasing strategies that align with our company’s objectives.
• Supplier Collaboration: Building long-term, successful relationships with suppliers, ensuring the timely availability of quality components and materials.
• Market Insight: Conducting market research, expanding our supplier network, and negotiating key commercial terms such as prices and delivery schedules.
• Process Optimization: Working to improve efficiency and reduce costs through the analysis of purchasing processes and the use of systems like MRP.
• Team Leadership: You’ll lead and inspire a team, helping them to grow professionally and perform at their best.
• Cross-departmental Collaboration: Working closely with other departments like warehouse and logistics to ensure seamless project execution.

Position requirements

• Education & Experience: A degree in a technical or related field (purchasing, trade, economics, etc.) and at least 5 years in a managerial procurement role, ideally in industries like maritime, shipbuilding, or naval.
• Leadership: Strong managerial skills, including team development and motivation.
• Expertise: A deep understanding of procurement, supplier management, and market analysis.
• Analytical Mindset: Advanced skills in budgeting, reporting, and optimizing procurement processes.
• Negotiation Skills: Proven success in supplier contracts and building strong business relationships.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential for communication.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, and experience with ERP systems.

We offer

• A stable and supportive work environment with a choice of B2B or employment contract in a well-established maritime company,
• The chance to play a key role in an exciting, growing company with international projects for renowned clients,
• A selection of benefits to choose from: group insurance, medical care, fitness perks and more (office events, Fruit Tuesdays, Pizza Day, rented badminton court).
• Opportunities for training and professional development in a dynamic, international environment.

If you want to be part of an innovative organization, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!