Operational Buyer

Are you ready for your next step as operational purchaser in a complex and dynamic environment in one of the prettiest offices in Rotterdam? Apply now and navigate the future with us as operational buyer!

Working at Anthony Veder means operating in a world, where sustainability is important. We are always looking for new ways to challenge the status quo and develop technological and logical solutions to help our clients reach their goals.

At Anthony Veder, there is a culture full of trust, openness, and creativity. Always keeping an eye on the long term. That is how we became pioneers in the maritime industry.

You will play a key role in managing upstream supply chain operations, including procurement planning, logistics, and supplier coordination, to support our company's strategic objectives and enhance supply chain efficiency. Your main responsibilities are executing day-to-day procurement activities, including order placement, expediting, and evaluations.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, operations, and demand planning teams, to develop procurement plans and strategies aligned with business requirements and objectives.

• Collaborate with fleet management teams to align procurement activities with demand forecasts and sailing schedules, and findings of market research.

• Collaborate with inventory management teams to monitor stock levels, track usage patterns, and coordinate replenishment orders.

• Identify opportunities to optimize supply chain processes, reduce lead times, and improve operational efficiency.

• Analyse supply chain network design, transportation routes, and procurement planning practices to streamline workflows and minimize costs.

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain performance and fleet management satisfaction.

• Ensure scheduled replenishments for your assigned ships are complete, on‑time, in the right location, and run smoothly, minimizing used modalities and resources onboard.

• Coordinate transportation and logistics activities to support inbound and outbound shipments of raw materials, components, and finished goods.

• Work closely with third‑party logistics provider, carriers, and freight forwarders to ensure timely and cost‑effective transportation solutions.

• Receive requisitions from internal stakeholders and place orders with approved suppliers in accordance with established procurement policies and procedures.

• Verify order specifications, pricing, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and compliance with contractual terms and conditions.

• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, resolve issues, and track order status.

• Negotiate pricing, discounts, and terms with suppliers to obtain the best value for the company.

• Leverage volume discounts, blanket purchase agreements, and other cost‑saving opportunities to reduce procurement costs and achieve savings targets.

• Adhere to standardized procurement processes and workflows to ensure consistency and efficiency in day‑to‑day operations.

• Ensure compliance with contractual agreements, pricing schedules, and procurement policies.

• Follow established procedures for order placement, approval routing, and documentation management.

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational effectiveness.

• A competitive salary.

• 28 vacation days; with the option to buy five more days.

• An employer‑financed pension scheme.

• A dynamic and challenging role in an entrepreneurial organization.

• Combining working from home and at our beautiful office in Rotterdam’s shipping district.

• Vitality initiatives, such as bootcamps and running groups every Tuesday and Wednesday.

• Travel allowance in the form of an NS Business Card; or 0,23ct per km from home to the office.

• You are currently living in the Netherlands, preferably nearby our office in Rotterdam.

• You have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a procurement role, preferably in the maritime or logistics industry.

• You have a bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or similar.

• You have excellent English communication skills.

• Strong understanding and knowledge of supply chain and procurement principles, processes, and best practices in ordering, expediting and evaluating.

• Analytical skills and proficiency in data‑driven decision‑making.

• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify problems, propose solutions, and drive continuous improvement.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.

Do you have questions or would like to find out more about this vacancy?

Reach out and apply, and who knows when you will be on board of Anthony Veder!