Operational Buyer​/Planner

Position: Operational Buyer/ Planner
## Operational Buyer/ Planner Apply:
Onsite:
NL - Lichtenvoorde:
Full time:
Posted Today:
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At
** JBT Marel**, we are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive
** Operational Buyer/ Planner
** who enjoys taking ownership, collaborating with suppliers, and continuously improving processes.

We are transforming the future of food. Every day, our technology helps food processors around the world produce high-quality, safe, and sustainable food. As part of our Planning & Procurement team in
** Lichtenvoorde, the Netherlands**, you will play a key role in ensuring materials, components, and outsourced assemblies are delivered on time and to the highest standards.

The Operational Buyer at JBT Marel manages day-to-day purchasing activities, coordinates with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and ensures timely material availability. The role follows established procedures to resolve routine purchasing issues while developing procurement expertise under guidance.
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* What you will do:

**** Order Management
*** Placing purchase orders.
* Monitoring delivery times.
* Maintaining up-to-date supplier master data at the item level.
* Liaising with suppliers.
* Handling internal communication regarding delivery times.
** Invoice Management
*** Minimizing price discrepancies.
* Checking and approving invoices.
** Complaints/ Repairs
*** Handling complaints and repairs involving suppliers.
** Analysis/ Process Improvement
*** Analyzing, identifying, and proposing actions regarding inventory strategies and stock levels.
* Conducting analyses to drive improvements in the purchasing process.
* Contributing to improvements in the purchasing process.  
** What you will bring:
**** Education & Experience
*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work and thinking level.
* Approximately 3+ years of relevant experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
* Candidates with vocational background and substantial relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.
* Experience working with ERP systems.
* Professional proficiency in Dutch and English.
** Competencies
* ** Strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
* Analytical and solution-oriented mindset.
* Ability to manage priorities and work independently.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Continuous improvement mentality.
* Team player with a proactive and hands-on approach.
** What We Offer
*** Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Hybrid working possibilities after onboarding (up to one day per week working from home).
* A supportive and collaborative team environment.
* Learning and development opportunities.
* The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the future of food production worldwide.
** Interested?
** We would love to hear from you.

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InJBT Marel is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
** Join us - and be the driving force behind smarter, leaner food production.
**** Use of Technology in Our Hiring Process
*** JBT Marel uses technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications.
** These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job-related criteria.
** All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fair, consistent and inclusive hiring practices globally.*#LI-JV1