Senior Chemical Purchaser (80 - 100%)

Kolb Distribution Ltd·Hedingensenior

In short

→Liderar compras estratégicas y negociaciones con proveedores químicos en Holanda.
→Gestionar contratos en SAP MM y colaborar en desarrollos del sistema.
→Papel clave en seguridad de suministro y proyectos transversales en grupo internacional.

Fluent English, both written and spoken

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1. ¿Cómo has gestionado una negociación de contrato complejo con un proveedor químico en SAP MM?

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What they ask for

✓Grado en Administración de Empresas, Supply Chain, Química o Ingeniería Industrial.
✓Experiencia en compras estratégicas, idealmente en industria química.
✓Conocimiento avanzado de SAP MM y gestión de contratos.
✓Capacidad probada en negociaciones internacionales de precios y contratos.
✓Experiencia en gestión de proyectos y liderazgo funcional.
✓Inglés fluido escrito y hablado; holandés o alemán como ventaja.

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Your mission Contribute to the development and implementation of a forward-looking procurement strategy Independently lead price, contract, and supplier negotiations for the Moerdijk (NL) production site Monitor and analyze forecasts and conduct actual-versus-target evaluations across the Kolb Group Manage contracts within the SAP MM module, with a particular focus on the Moerdijk site Support and further develop the contract management tool Ensure the availability of raw materials and packaging materials Contribute to the development of contingency and supply security concepts Act as the operational deputy to the Team Lead Chemical Procurement Lead and coordinate cross-site procurement projects Manage the strategic and operational sourcing of packaging materials for the Kolb Group Serve as a member of the SAP MM Core Team Your profile Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent higher professional qualification Several years of experience in strategic procurement, ideally within the chemical industry Proven track record in international price and contract negotiations Excellent knowledge of SAP MM Experience in contract and supplier management Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills High level of initiative, negotiation skills, and assertiveness Project management experience and the ability to provide functional leadership to project teams Fluent English, both written and spoken; Dutch and/or German is an advantage Strategic mindset with strong cross-functional thinking Entrepreneurial and solution-oriented approach to work Excellent communication skills and professional stakeholder management High degree of resilience and flexibility Enjoy working in an international environment Willingness to travel approximately 4-6 times per year (plants, suppliers, trade fairs) Our offer A challenging, diverse, and highly autonomous role with opportunities to shape and influence outcomes An internationally growing company with short decision-making processes A culture characterized by direct and open communication Professional and personal development opportunities combined with attractive employment conditions Find more English Speaking Jobs in Switzerland on Arbeitnow

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