Vacancy Technical Buyer
Full-time/part-time
Our mission is to create the ultimate coffee experience for coffee lovers around the world. With short lines of communication and a strong focus on progress, we constantly strive to improve and innovate our machines.
Due to our growth, we are looking for a: Technical buyer 32-40 hours
Integral role
You will play an integral role in the development of new coffee machines from an early stage. Together with your colleagues from Research & Development, you will analyse the requirements for new components and discuss specifications. You will select the right suppliers and make agreements on the price and all logistics aspects, always in line with our Lean principles that we use in our assembly.
In addition to the work that comes from product development projects, you will also work in a structured way to achieve cost reductions within the existing purchasing package. Together with the Supply Chain Manager and R&D, you always strive for the most sustainable solution, with Total Costs of Ownership (TCO) playing a crucial role.
Strong supplier relationships
Building strong relationships with (our) suppliers is one of your priorities. Although we prefer local suppliers, you are also willing to travel to suppliers abroad a few times a year.
This new position falls within the Supply Chain department. This team consists of a Supply Chain Manager, a (operational) buyer and a planner. In this relatively small team, you are each other's backstops in case of absence, so it’s important to familiarise yourself with the different tasks and activities in the department. The department works with the ERP system INFOR LN, supplemented by slimstock. You carefully record the agreements you make with suppliers and enter the required article information yourself into the ERP system.
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About you:
You have proven experience in the technical purchasing field and enjoy working and making decisions in a team. You communicate not only in Dutch, but also in English and German (written and verbal). With your excellent communication skills, you will build strong and long-term relationships with our suppliers. And when necessary, you are decisive, where preserving valuable relationships is key.
As a true 'self-starter' you are driven and know how to inspire others with your enthusiasm. You get satisfaction from closing a good deal.
What can you expect from us?
At ETNA, you are encouraged to think not only within your own field and specialty, but also beyond it. We constantly challenge you and provide the space you need for personal growth and development. As part of our terms and conditions of employment, you will receive a laptop and mobile phone. In addition, we offer attractive working conditions, including 27 holidays and 13 WTR days to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
And don't forget, with us you can always enjoy the unlimited aroma and taste of coffee.
Apply now!
Are you the enthusiastic Technical Buyer looking for a new challenge? Then apply for this great vacancy at ETNA Coffee Technologies in Doetinchem! For more information, please contact our HR Advisor Frederique Grevers.
About ETNA
We understand that coffee is more than just a drink. It’s a moment of peace, energy and connection. That is why we develop coffee machines that simply do what they are supposed to do: deliver reliable performance, without any fuss. Whether you are an entrepreneur, office employee or hospitality professional, our machines are always ready for the perfect cup of coffee.
Development 40 uur
You will play an integral role in the development of new coffee machines from an early stage. Together with your colleagues from Research & Development, you will analyse the requirements for new components and discuss specifications. You will select the right suppliers and make agreements on the price and all logistics aspects, always in line with the Lean principles that we use in our assembly.
