Technical Buyer

In this role, you are responsible for the strategic and operational management of all technical purchases (MRO, Capex, Opex, HSE, etc.). You also ensure service delivery by accurately translating business needs into strong procurement solutions.

• You select, qualify, and evaluate suppliers, explore alternative partners, and conduct financial and market analyses.
• You define category strategies and support investment projects with market research, supplier proposals, and price comparisons.
• You reduce the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through standardization, supplier rationalization, spend control, and volume bundling across different sites. You initiate local and regional sourcing initiatives and contribute to long-term programs for MRO and related capital services.
• You implement instructions, policies, procedures, and strategies related to procurement and contract management. Additionally, you develop and monitor KPIs regarding service contracts, delivery reliability, and complaint handling.
• You act as the central point of contact and system expert for the EAM platform: you ensure accurate and standardized master data (spare parts, suppliers, materials), support maintenance teams in the use of EAM, guide key users, create manuals, and safeguard system integration with the ERP platform.
• You analyze data to drive improvements in inventory management, availability, and maintenance efficiency, and you promote the development of group-wide technical standards, catalogues, and uniform data quality across all sites.
• You work closely with engineering, maintenance, HSE, QA, finance, IT, supply chain, and project teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• You support local management in preparing annual budgets and actively seek synergies and collaboration opportunities between sites.
• In this role, you report to the Head of Procurement.

• You hold a higher education degree (e.g., a Master’s in Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification).
• You have a minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a Technical Buyer with knowledge of maintenance support and/or use of an EAM system.
• You possess strong knowledge of mechanics and electronics, enabling you to understand and assess technical specifications.
• As a communicator, you make a real difference with strong communication skills, both internally and with external stakeholders.
• You are not afraid to tackle complex files and can remain calm in stressful situations.
• You are fluent in Dutch and English.

• An inspiring work environment:
  As the Benelux market leader in slicing, salami, and poultry, we create, package, and supply top-quality deli meats — always fresh, always full of flavor, with innovation as our driving force.
• A warm welcome and a family-oriented, informal atmosphere:
  At DeliBarn, we greatly value an open and informal company culture. Your colleagues are ready to welcome you with open arms and share their experience with you. A warm atmosphere and personal approach ensure you feel right at home.
• Focus on your future with plenty of support and growth opportunities:
  You will have all the space you need to grow and develop new skills. You will be supported by experienced colleagues who guide you as we work together on your professional growth. Love taking initiative? Then you’re in the right place.
• A place in our team of passionate Food Lovers:
  At DeliBarn, we create products to fall in love with. With our mission to shape a tasty future, we strive to create a broad range of deli meats that connect people, cultures, and traditions.
• An attractive compensation package with delicious extras.