Buyer - Employee Purchasing Department

We have a current opportunity for a Buyer - Employee Purchase Department on a permanent basis. The position will be based in Den Haag. For further information about this position please apply.

Buyer - Employee Purchasing Department

Location: The Hague, Netherlands

Position: Buyer

About Us:

Our client is a leading Dutch shipping company committed to the supply of seismic vessels and offshore marine operations . We are seeking a talented Buyer to join our dynamic team and contribute to our continued success.

Job Description:

As a Buyer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely and efficient procurement of goods and services for our vessels. Your responsibilities will include:

• Consulting suppliers and agents to identify and select suitable vendors.
• Verifying vessel requisitions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Requesting and evaluating proposals from suppliers regarding costs and quality.
• Managing the shipment of goods to vessels.
• Preparing and checking pro-forma and final invoices.
• Overseeing the management of vessel stores.
• Collaborating with other departments on procurement-related matters.
• Providing guidance to crew members on inventory management and processes.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing innovative solutions.
• Participating in staff meetings and other company events.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of shipping and logistics processes.
• Understanding of company SMS and QHSE standards.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.
• Verify orders, requisitions, and invoices for accuracy.
• Request and negotiate quotations with suppliers.
• Coordinate the timely delivery of requisitions to vessels.
• Maintain and update the authorized supplier database.
• Evaluate supplier performance and address any deviations.
• Adhere to company SMS and QHSE policies and standards.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

If you are a motivated and results-oriented individual who is passionate about procurement, we encourage you to apply.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.