As an Operational Buyer, you are responsible for ensuring 100% material availability by acting as the key link between suppliers, planning, procurement, quality, and production. You will operate in a fast-paced supply chain environment, ensuring materials are available for production and assembly while continuously improving supplier performance and internal processes.
Responsibilities
Manage procurement activities for materials required for production and assembly
Communicate daily with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, and timelines
Coordinate transportation when required
Act as the main point of contact between internal stakeholders (planning, quality, procurement, production)
Identify and proactively escalate potential material shortages
Handle non-conformance and quality issues with suppliers
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance together with Procurement and QHSE
Initiate and support improvement actions to optimize delivery performance
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (HBO level), preferably in logistics , supply chain, or engineering
Strong experience working with ERP systems (preferably MSD)
Advanced knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
What's nice to have
Fluent in Dutch ( written and spoken)
Experience working in a dynamic manufacturing or supply chain environment
Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills
Opportunity & Inclusion at Packsize
We are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices in line with the principles of, and regulations for, equal pay and pay transparency.
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Flexible schedule
Additional Information
Job Description:
About Packsize
We are Packsize. A fast-growth multinational technology company committed to eliminating excessive and unfriendly packaging experiences through the adoption of Right-sized Packaging On Demand® systems, software, and services. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Packsize gives businesses worldwide the ability to improve their customer satisfaction and enhance brand value while gaining efficiencies and savings. We accomplish this through our shared passion for a world where every box, envelope, and package shipped is the right size. This right-sized shipment sends a ripple effect through the supply chain by reducing carbon emissions and fuel needs. In pursuit of packaging sustainability, we value the contribution of our combined experiences, backgrounds, and relationships to create a team where Everyone Fits. Become a part of Packsize and help us build Smart Packaging for a Healthy Planet®.
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