Direct Materials Buyer

The Mitsubishi Chemical Group is a specialty materials provider with an unwavering commitment to forging innovative solutions. We possess extensive expertise and leadership in material science within the core market segments of Mobility, Digital, Food and Healthcare. By providing advanced chemistry-based solutions our 70,000 employees enable industry transformation, develop technological advancements, and create more fruitful lives for the global population.

In our Advanced Materials division, we are a globally leading manufacturer of high-quality thermoplastic materials in the form of semi-finished products and finished parts. Our engineering plastics and composites are superior to metals and other materials in terms of their performance profile and are used in a variety of applications, primarily in the capital goods industry.

Tasks and responsibilities

Role

The Direct Materials Buyer is responsible for a portion of direct material spend. The role entails strategically approaching the supply markets to ensure a fit-for-purpose purchasing portfolio for the regional organization, enabling the most reliable and cost-effective purchasing experience possible.

Responsibilities

• Define and own strategies for dedicated subcategories, in alignment with the regional category team strategies and targets
• Ensure transparency of all contracts, reviewing terms and validity frequently , and managing the contract portfolio of responsibility
• You deliver qualitative and quantitative for the spend area of responsibility, in support of the achievement of regional category targets
• Responsible for the effective sourcing and engagement of reliable vendors for the assigned area of spend
• Responsible to analyze the spend profile on quality, cost, and delivery, and ensure high data integrity in all regional MCG procurement systems
• Consult cross-functional teams as part of the category activities and is a partner to the business, while reporting to the Senior Manager Direct materials
• Responsible for the collaboration with the wider Es&S procurement organization, especially the effectiveness of interfaces with the Regional Hub
• Responsible for compliant purchasing within Es&S in the dedicated spend area
• Support MCG's critical activities in the areas of ESG, KAITEKI, and HSE
• Support efforts within MCG procurement organization to optimize and digitize transactional activities

Your profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement in an international environment;
• Performing contract negotiations (incl. terms and conditions), running competitive sourcing events;
• Proficient in MS Office, spend analytics tools, project management and effective presentations;
• Business fluent in English and Dutch;
• Good decision making, prone to strategic thinking;
• Good analytical, problem-solving and technical skills;
• Building effective relationships with stakeholders from varied backgrounds;
• Ownership-oriented approach in the professional environment.

Our offer

Our corporate culture is based on the values of integrity, respect, bravery, collaboration, and persistence, we call it "Our Way". With our approach, together we can shape a more sustainable, progressive and brighter version of the world.

We offer you a secure job position in a pleasant and collegial environment, offering engaging and responsible tasks within an international setting.

Moreover, you'll enjoy an appealing compensation package and comprehensive social benefits, including a company pension plan, health offerings, employee discounts, job bicycle leasing and some more.

We believe in the power of people with diverse values, viewpoints, and expertise. Our aim is the wellbeing of people and the planet – a concept we call KAITEKI. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment.