Are you a sharp negotiator with technical insight who thrives on optimizing procurement processes? Are you looking for a role where you can make a direct impact on project outcomes and supplier performance? Then we’d love to hear from you!

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT THROUGH SMART PROCUREMENT?

Send your application to work@bayards.com and become part of the innovative and motivated team at Bayards. Do you have detailed questions? Feel free to ask — Eva Plomp, our Manager HR & Recruitment, will be happy to get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you!
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To strengthen our operational teams in Tholen, we are looking for a Technical Buyer who thrives in a technical project environment and enjoys coordinating between suppliers, engineering, and project management. You’ll be working in a dynamic setting where quality, collaboration, and results are key. You will primarily support the business units Bayards Helidecks and Bayards UP, while being part of the Bayards Group procurement team. This means your work will be mainly based in Tholen, with occasional activities at our Nieuw-Lekkerland location.
Bayards Helidecks & Bayards UP develop and manufacture complex and high-quality aluminium helidecks and related constructions for clients worldwide. By combining our innovative engineering approach with deep aluminium expertise, craftsmanship, advanced machinery, a strong focus on quality, and close collaboration, we deliver innovative and competitive solutions to our clients.
As a Technical Buyer, you are responsible for procuring the necessary products and services to support our operational teams. You work closely with colleagues from various disciplines and contribute to the success of projects executed worldwide from our Tholen location.

You aim for the best price and quality conditions and operate within a compact and committed team with a high level of responsibility and autonomy. There is plenty of room for your ideas and suggestions to improve procurement processes. You are a strong sparring partner for internal stakeholders and know how to uncover the question behind the question. With your self-starting mentality, drive, and pragmatic approach, you tackle a wide variety of procurement challenges. Your technical knowledge and insight enable you to effectively support the organization in its projects. Your responsibilities include:

• Exploring the (international) supplier market • Assessing and visiting potential suppliers
• Selecting suppliers based on quality, technical requirements, availability, and price
• Negotiating delivery terms
• Managing purchase orders and contracts
• Monitoring delivery times and handling deviations, penalties, and claims
• Maintaining ERP data and supplier documentation
• Advising on market developments and cost-saving opportunities
• Participating in R&D discussions on alternative goods/services
• Contributing to the optimization of procurement processes