Category Buyer Services

We are Huisman. We develop step changing technical solutions and translate these into the design and construction of the largest construction equipment. For decades, we have been working all over the world for offshore wind, geothermal, oil & gas, leisure and civil industries.

With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service & sales facilities we are equipped for impact in these times of transition.

What to expect of the Category Buyer Services position within Huisman?

Are you looking for a role where you ensure that components and services required for our projects are ordered on time, within budget, and in accordance with applicable quality requirements and processes?

As a Category Buyer, you proactively collaborate with the business. In collaboration with the Category Managers, you initiate the required activities to ensure business continuity. You do not settle for suboptimal solutions and always strive to achieve the best deal.

By working closely with Supply Chain Coordinators and Expeditors, you contribute to the success of our projects—every time.

In addition, Huisman offers you the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking innovations, an excellent employment conditions package, and regular social events in our own bar.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing commodity strategies in collaboration with the Category Manager;
• Ensuring the best price, optimal quality, and on-time delivery of required goods and/or services;
• Negotiating and implementing supplier contracts and framework agreements for Huisman Services;
• Identifying opportunities for innovation, cost reduction, and continuous improvement of goods and/or services;
• Building and maintaining collaborative and transparent relationships with key suppliers.

You have:

• A bachelor's degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering or Supply Chain Management;
• Nevi 1 or equivalent and Nevi 2 (or motivated to follow training);
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a technical organization;
• Affinity with technology;
• The ability to quickly adapt to changing requirements and effectively prioritize;
• Strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and a sense of ownership.

• An EU passport/valid work permit for the Netherlands;

• A European Driver’s License;

• A good command of the English language, both verbally and in writing. Dutch is preferred.

We design and produce in-house and deliver our turn-key products to clients worldwide. Our clients choose us for our entrepreneurial spirit, skills, reliability, and innovative solutions. Examples? Consider myHuisman©, our digital portal for equipment owners. So, if you join Huisman make sure you are equipped for impact. In other words, surprise us, our clients and… yourself!

• Think big and make big, all in one location. At Huisman Schiedam, both our office and production facilities are based on a single site.

• An open, informal and no-nonsense culture with short lines of communication.

• An international working environment with ample opportunities for career progression and personal development.

• An excellent benefits package tailored to your experience and qualifications.

• A minimum of 29 holiday days (based on full-time employment) with the option to purchase an additional 10 days.

• Participation in a collective pension scheme in line with the Wtp.

• Eligibility for a bonus scheme.

• Access to collective health insurance, with Huisman contributing as your employer.

• Take advantage of tax benefits through our bicycle scheme.

• Huisman organises sporting activities, such as a ski trip, as well as various social events, including large-scale company parties where colleagues come together and get to know each other better.

Apply online for the position of Category Buyer Services by using the apply button at the top of this page. We are curious to see what kind of impact you will make.

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