Senior Buyer

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Execute purchasing and sourcing activities, with a focus on raw materials and contract manufacturing
• Lead complex, high‑impact sourcing and supplier selection projects
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with suppliers
• Identify and implement cost‑saving and value‑improvement initiatives
• Contribute to and support the implementation of the purchasing strategy

Supplier Management & Development

• Build and maintain strong, long‑term relationships with key suppliers
• Monitor and improve supplier performance (quality, cost, lead time, reliability)
• Lead supplier evaluation, qualification, and selection processes
• Drive supplier development and risk‑mitigation initiatives (e.g. dual sourcing)
• Ensure supplier compliance with ISO 13485 / MDSAP and internal quality standards
• Support supplier audits and maintain accurate documentation

Team Leadership & Performance Management

• Drive team performance aligned with company procurement objectives
• Conduct performance evaluations and support the development of team members
• Act as the first point of contact and escalation within the team
• Coordinate daily priorities and activities of the purchasing team
  (2 FTE based in Amsterdam and Tours)

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the main procurement point of contact in cross‑functional projects
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality & Regulatory, Engineering/R&D and Finance
• Translate business and technical requirements into effective sourcing solutions

Data, Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure accuracy and reliability of purchasing data in ERP/MRP systems
• Monitor and report on procurement KPIs (cost savings, supplier performance, OTIF)
• Drive data‑driven decision making within procurement
• Identify and implement continuous improvements in purchasing processes and supplier base

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or equivalent practical experience
• 7–10 years of experience in procurement / purchasing
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management and contract negotiations
• Experience in a regulated industry such as MedTech, Life Sciences or Pharmaceuticals is strongly preferred

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of procurement processes and category management
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Basic contract and legal knowledge
• Familiarity with quality and regulatory requirements (e.g. ISO 13485)

Skills & Competencies

• Hands‑on, pragmatic and solution‑oriented
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical and data‑driven mindset
• Able to balance operational responsibilities with team leadership
• Leads by example with ownership and accountability for results
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Collaborative and comfortable working in an international environment
• Resilient under pressure
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

• A key role within a growing, international MedTech organization
• The opportunity to shape and professionalize procurement processes
• A collaborative and hands‑on working environment
• High level of responsibility and stakeholder exposure
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Location: Amsterdam (NL)