Purchaser (Packaging)

Good morning
For our packaging client we are currently looking for a Purchaser.
Type of work: Hybrid from Kraków
Reporting to: Purchase Manager

Objective of the work: Ensuring goods are purchased in a timely, cost efficient and compliant
manner
Key accountabilities:
● Ensuring goods are purchased in a timely, cost efficient and compliant manner, by
monitoring and checking compliance with agreements made by and with suppliers, while
developing and maintaining a professional relationship with the assigned suppliers.
(40%)
● Requesting and comparing quotations and conducting price negotiations with existing
suppliers. (25%)
● Keeping (master) files up-to-date, for article, assortment and items, in order to (daily)
monitor stock positions and min/max levels. (20%)
● Supporting the Purchase manager in optimizing purchase activities efficiently e.g. by
participating in projects. (5%)
● Verifying receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered and resolving
any errors in shipments with suppliers. (5%)
Requirements:
● At least 3 to 5 years of professional experience in an international trading company,
preferably in a packaging environment.
● Proven work experience in purchasing.
● Understanding of supply chain processes.
● Skills: analytical, negotiator, accurate, very good comunication.
● Good knowledge of Dutch and English, spoken and written.
● Communicative knowledge of Dutch and English, spoken and written (Other EU
languages include a plus).
● Driving license (category B).
● Advanced MS Office skills.
We offer:
● A job in an international organization with an established market position.
● Attractive remuneration.
● Opportunity for professional development and promotion.