Direct Buyer

About the role

The Direct Buyer supports the Purchasing team in acquiring a wide range of commodities, materials, services and equipment. You will manage needs expressed through the MRP tool, negotiate offers, issue purchase orders and ensure order confirmations.

Key responsibilities

• Select and qualify suppliers, scouting the market via technical specifications and distributor analysis.
• Analyze quotations, consolidate supplier panels and issue purchase orders in the system.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and coordinate with the logistics planner.
• Maintain continuous communication with suppliers and keep all procurement documentation up to date.
• Participate in daily, weekly and monthly department meetings.
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental standards, procedures and instructions.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a buyer or in a similar procurement role.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Economics is a plus.
• Experience in the railway sector is a plus.

Required skills

• SAP

What we offer

• Annual gross salary between €35,000 and €40,000, based on experience and competencies.
• Electronic meal vouchers and welfare benefits as defined by the collective agreement.
• Commitment to gender equality and an inclusive, non‑discriminatory work environment.