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Are you a smart negotiator with a nose for fresh produce and logistics? As a Buyer, you will ensure the best assortment at the best conditions. You build relationships with suppliers worldwide, keep a sharp eye on the market and translate opportunities into rock-solid deals. Fast, smart and scalable.

Location

Hedel

Employment type

Full-time

What will you do?

In this role, you are the commercial hub between market and operations. You source the full range on a daily basis, both nationally and internationally, and negotiate prices, volumes and delivery conditions independently. You closely follow the market situation, translate trends into account plans and proactively offer alternatives in case of scarcity. You visit suppliers, customers and prospects, work closely with commerce and logistics and ensure error-free ERP processing. In short: you ensure that the chain is right every day. Fresh, on time and at the right conditions.

The offer

Offer

  • Varied, impactful position with room for personal initiative.
  • Good working conditions and opportunities for personal development.
  • Work in a fast-paced, international environment with short lines of communication.
  • Close-knit, committed team that celebrates successes together.

Job requirements

What we expect:

  • Bachelor's degree, preferably commercially oriented.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a (junior) buyer or similar.
  • Affinity with perishables/AGF and logistics.
  • Willing to occasionally travel internationally.
  • Knowledge of quality systems and food safety standards (preferred).
  • Excellent in Dutch and English; Spanish is a plus.
  • Strong negotiation, relationship and communication skills.
The company

The company

You will be working at an international fresh produce organization in Hedel with approximately 180 colleagues. They supply fruit and vegetables to customers at home and abroad and combine top quality with friendly service. Innovation, freshness and long-term relationships are key. This with great attention to people, growth and pleasure in work.

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At Job Invest, everyone is welcome. We believe in equal opportunity for all and everyone is invited to respond to our job postings. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or any other grounds. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. 

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