Operational Buyer
As an Operational Buyer, you are the indispensable link between production, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
We are a global high-tech consultancy company with a team of entrepreneurial engineers, scientists, and digital experts from around the world. Together we form a fast-growing and proud community. We offer consultancy services to high-profile clients globally in diverse service areas, such as:
- Technology & Engineering
- Energy & Renewables
- Life sciences & Pharma
- Digital & IT
About this vacancy
Do you want to make a difference in a High Tech production environment where every purchasing decision matters? Are you looking for a role with significant responsibility, autonomy, and direct impact on quality, lead time, and collaboration? Then this position as Operational Buyer is a perfect match.
What we expect from you
The Role As an Operational Purchaser, you are the indispensable link between production, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. You work independently within your own product group or program and have full control over your procurement process. You maintain oversight, communicate clearly, and ensure that materials and components are available precisely when needed. Your responsibilities: • Placing purchase orders within the authorized budget • Monitoring ongoing orders and following up on confirmations, discrepancies, and price differences • Identifying and managing rescheduling • Coordinating with suppliers and internal customers regarding order status, bottlenecks, and solutions • Identifying issues and independently resolving them or escalating them promptly when needed • Reporting on quality, delivery times, and price developments • Participating in internal and external meetings, including QBR meetings You work in a dynamic environment where precision, anticipation, and communication are essential, and you are the one who keeps the chain moving. Your Strengths You hold a bachelor's degree and have experience in a technical or logistics environment. You know how to negotiate, prioritize, and navigate between different parties, always with the goal of optimizing the performance of the Supply Chain. Additionally, you bring: • Completed bachelor’s degree • Procurement knowledge (NEVI 1 is a plus) • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage relationships • A result-oriented mindset • Good communication skills, both written and verbal • Experience with ERP systems • Fluent in Dutch and English
What you can expect from us
TMC is an international high-tech consultancy company that brings expertise to its clients to support them in realizing their technological challenges. As such, TMC operates as an expert center at the service of its clients, helping them become more competitive in an increasingly global and rapidly changing technological world. At TMC, we believe that people are the driving force behind technological innovation. That’s why we aim to create the best possible conditions for tech talents to thrive. We offer a challenging and stimulating work environment where you can take charge of your own career. As an Employeneur, you are part of our TMC family. Beyond our outstanding technical expertise, fun and engagement are meaningful aspects of our culture.
Great that you are interested in a job at TMC! Apply now in the way that suits you best and hopefully we can welcome you to one of our teams soon.