THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Buyer to join our Avantor Fluid Handling team. Known for our single-use Biopharma products, this segment is a priority for our rapidly expanding group. This opportunity allows you to grow with our company, taking on responsibilities that involve daily purchase order management and solving complex problems with innovation and ingenuity.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• ERP systems knowledge, Exact is a plus.
• Full Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Languages: Fluent in English with a strong base in Dutch.

PREFERED SKILLS:

• APICS/CPIM and/or NEVI certification.
• Familiarity of GMP, ISO, or FDA environment.
• Experience working within an international environment
• Growth mindset

HOW YOU WILL GROW & CREATE AN IMPACT:

• Internal stakeholder management: Support Sales/Customer Service, Production, and Quality departments in resolving pricing and product issues.
• External stakeholder management: Nurture vendor relationships to ensure superb delivery performance and strong cost containment.
• Serve as a liaison between our company and suppliers, maintaining positive vendor relationships.
• Negotiate and settle with suppliers on issues such as damage claims, rejections, and over shipments.
• Execute purchase orders as to meet replenishment plans and customer demand variations.
• Optimize the procurement process in a high-growth environment, seeking opportunities to streamline and improve.
• Take ownership of vendor and part maintenance, including creation, pricing, and accuracy of information in the ERP system.
• Analyze historical demand patterns and commercial inputs to generate accurate demand forecasts.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure days of supply goals are met and actively reduce slow, excess, and obsolete inventory.
• Ability to coach junior buyer colleagues

Please refer the Job description for details