Operational Buyer

We are looking for an Operational Buyer who will play a key role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective availability of materials to support our production and operations.

We develop cutting-edge fiber optic sensing solutions that help protect critical infrastructure and enable smarter monitoring in industries like energy and underwater security.

We are a fast-growing, international scale-up where hardware and software come together to solve complex, real-world challenges. Our teams work closely across engineering, production, and operations to bring high-impact technology from concept to deployment.

This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on execution, supplier coordination, and maintaining high data accuracy.

• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders based on ERP/MRP demand

• Verify pricing, lead times, and supplier terms before order placement

• Monitor open purchase orders and proactively follow up with suppliers

• Ensure on-time delivery and address potential delays early

• Identify and mitigate supply risks; escalate critical issues when needed

• Align closely with planning, production, and engineering on material needs

• Translate demand into actionable procurement plans

• Support prioritization in case of shortages

• Resolve supply disruptions, delivery deviations, and quality issues

• Coordinate corrective actions with suppliers and internal stakeholders

• Maintain regular communication with suppliers on order status and changes

• Negotiate practical aspects such as delivery schedules and partial shipments

• Ensure accurate data tracking and documentation in ERP systems

• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes

• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or similar)

• Experience with ERP/procurement systems (e.g. SAP, Exact, Precoro, or similar)

• Experience in a technical or manufacturing environment is a strong plus

• Familiarity with supply planning or production environments is beneficial

• We are currently only considering candidates already residing in the Netherlands (no relocation or work permit support)

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability in daily execution

• High attention to detail and process discipline

• Clear and structured communication with both suppliers and internal teams

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders

• Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset when dealing with supply challenges

So now you know we're doing awesome projects and if you see you fit the profile we would like to get to know you. Apply or, in case of questions, get in touch with our recruiter Dóra Öveges ( dora.oveges@optics11.com).