Procurement Specialist (Operational Buying & Outsourcing)

About the role

JBT Marel, which transforms the future of food through technology for food processors worldwide, is looking for a Procurement Specialist (Operational Buying & Outsourcing Engineering) in its Planning & Procurement team in Lichtenvoorde. The role combines operational purchasing with support for outsourcing activities: managing your own supplier portfolio and working with internal stakeholders and international suppliers to deliver parts, assemblies and outsourced production on time.

Key responsibilities

• Order management: place purchase orders, follow up supplier confirmations, monitor delivery schedules and supplier performance, and maintain supplier and item master data in the ERP system
• Serve as the main contact for suppliers on operational purchasing matters and communicate delivery updates and risks to internal stakeholders
• Invoice management: review and minimize price discrepancies, verify and approve supplier invoices and support timely processing
• Complaints and repairs: coordinate supplier complaints, manage repair and non-conformance processes and follow corrective actions
• Outsourcing support: coordinate production progress and delivery planning for outsourced assemblies, parts and machine modules, and assist in supplier evaluations and quality follow-up
• Analyse inventory strategies and stock levels, and propose improvements to purchasing and supply chain processes

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent level of work and thinking
• Approximately 3+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain or a related field; vocational candidates with substantial relevant experience are also encouraged to apply
• Professional proficiency in Dutch and English
• Ownership, analytical and solution-oriented mindset, ability to work independently and manage priorities
• Manufacturing or machine-building experience is an advantage but not required

Required skills

• Experience working with ERP systems
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working after onboarding (up to one day per week from home)
• Learning and development opportunities
• A small, experienced team with short communication lines and opportunities for professional growth