For our location in Heerlen (NL) and Alsdorf (DE), we are looking for a
Purchaser (m/w/d)
About NPROXX
NPROXX is a global leader in designing, developing and manufacturing Type 4 pressure vessels for the storage of hydrogen under high pressure. Based on 40-year experience in carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) products and systems in various industries NPROXX provides composite tank systems and tailor-made solutions for hydrogen storage applications: Transport and storage (up to 1000 bar), Heavy duty vehicles (350 bar), Automotive (700 bar).
NPROXX has its head office in Heerlen (the Netherlands) and its manufacturing organization in Alsdorf (Germany). NPROXX, is 100% part of Cummins Inc. and operates as an independent B.V.
Position Overview
We are looking for a Purchaser to replace a departing colleague in our Purchasing Department, which currently consists of two Purchasers and a Procurement Assistant. The role will be based primarily at our Heerlen site, with regular work at our Alsdorf plant.
As an experienced purchasing professional, you will be responsible for sourcing the raw materials, other materials, goods and services essential to our production operations. You will act as the link between suppliers and internal departments, ensuring the right balance between quality, lead times and price. You will identify market opportunities and build strong partnerships with suppliers. Above all, you will enjoy the challenges of working in an international, technical environment.
Key Responsibilities
The main goal is to provide required goods and services on time in full at the optimum price and in line with the regulation, taking all the above tasks and activities in consideration.
- Responsible for the daily purchasing and procurement of BOM goods and services related to the pressure vessels and systems and the Heerlen site.
- Define and drive sourcing strategies and align with internal stakeholders.
- Have end purchase responsibility of all categories and commodities.
- Negotiate terms and conditions, draw up contracts with suppliers on different levels and fields of interest.
- Manager of (legal) purchase contracts.
- Actively follow the material and product markets and define the correct cover strategy to manage price and risks.
- Identify value-engineering opportunities and drive continuous cost savings and improvements.
- Develop and manage supplier relation, risks and partnerships.
- Actively support in various new projects to contribute to company’s development and growth.
- Run local / regional tenders and RFQs.
Reporting on KPIs, price purchasing variance running detailed analysis on budget prices, actual prices, volumes.
Your profile
- Finished Bachelor degree (Pre: including NEVI I and NEVI II).
- 5+ years purchase experience.
- Good verbal and written English and German language skills at a professional level.
- Very good knowledge of ERP systems/SAP S4/Hana Public Cloud edition and proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office.
- Strong affinity with the technical industry.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Waht we offer:
- The opportunity to become part of a growing, sustainable and innovative industry
- An open, family-oriented corporate culture with flat hierarchies
- Attractive remuneration, a company bonus, holiday allowance and a Christmas bonus
- A subsidised company pension scheme
- Flexible working hours and the option for Home Office
- 30 days of paid annual leave
- A bridge-day arrangement offering several additional days off per year
- Regular activities such as company events, health day and more
If you are interested, please send your cover letter with CV and job number V26-06 to careers@nproxx.com:
NPROXX B.V.
HR Department (J. van Herten; HR Business Partner)
Vogt 21
6422 RK Heerlen, Netherlands
