Job Description
As Technical Buyer, you’ll be the operational link between R&D, production, and suppliers. You’ll manage procurement activities, maintain supplier data, support new product introductions, and ensure the availability of critical components. You’ll also play a key role in ERP management, cost control, and production readiness.
What You’ll Be Doing
· Managing purchase orders in our ERP system (Exact), including order tracking, confirmations, and delivery follow-up.
· Monitoring stock levels using forecasting tools and Excel, and aligning with production and R&D needs.
· Coordinating with suppliers on pricing, lead times, Incoterms, payment terms, and delivery reliability.
· Supporting the transition from development to production by setting up new components, subassemblies, and trade goods in ERP.
· Collaborating with engineering and production to define efficient assembly flows and ensure manufacturability.
· Maintaining supplier and itemdocumentation (datasheets, .STEP files, BOMs, PCB files, etc.).
· Assisting with PCBA sourcing and coordination with SMT partners (e.g., Eurocircuits, EmBe, Matas).
· Proactively identifying sourcing risks and proposing alternatives or improvements.
· Supporting finance with payment preparation and vendor account setup.
· Ensuring data accuracy and revision control for 3D printed, CNC, and injection-molded parts.
· Testing ERP setups in a sandbox environment before going live.
What We’re Looking For
· MBO+/HBO degree in a technical, logistics, or supply chain-related field.
· Experience in procurement, sourcing, or production support—preferably in a tech or hardware environment.
· Strong Excel and ERP (Exact)skills; familiarity with tools like Find chips, Octopart, and Eurocircuits portals.
· Basic understanding of electronics (ICs, PCBs), mechanical drawings, and manufacturing files (Gerber,BOM, STEP).
· Proactive, detail-oriented, and communicative team player.
· Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus.
What We Offer
· A key operational role in a fast-growing tech company.
· A collaborative and informal work environment.
· Opportunities to grow into more strategic roles.
· Competitive salary and benefits.
· Hybrid working options and flexible hours.