Regional Purchasing Manager NL

Fulltime, hybrid working possible.

• Responsible for an efficient local purchasing strategy to manage costs, risks and quality of purchases. Develop existing suppliers and scout for new possibilities and opportunities (networking).
• Key role in local project procurement demands and central (international) procurement-led projects. Cost improvement projects are done without losing quality. Trends and market developments are watched closely.
• Professionally negotiate terms, conditions and/or contracts for WEPA NL. Check whether suppliers comply to laws and regulations. Support other departments in purchasing/procurement related issues or questions.
• Part of the international purchasing team, where Group-wide themes will be discussed. Bring in your network and local expertise and advise.

• University degree (minimum Bachelor) in purchasing or business administration, preferred NEVI 1 / 2, and significant purchasing related experience (minimum 3 years).
• Knowledge about ERP systems, preferably JDEdwards in which you take on a key-user role. Strong plus would be knowledge and network within technical / production / industrial related themes.
• Strong negotiation and management skills. Able to connect and support within the entire organization, locally and internationally, on all levels.
• Fluent in Dutch, English and possibly in German, writing and speaking.
• Fit perfectly in a family culture environment, with international aspects in the mix. Motivated to perform at a high level and able to set the right priorities.

The WEPA Group is a future-oriented European family business specialising in the production and distribution of sustainable hygiene paper. WEPA offers sustainable and innovative hygiene solutions that provide a safe feeling of hygiene and contribute daily to the well‑being of millions of people. With around 4,300 employees, the WEPA Group manufactures hygiene products such as toilet paper, paper towels, tissues and napkins at 14 European sites.

A sustainable personnel policy has played a central role in this for more than 75 years. We consistently invest in the qualification of our employees, point out individual career and development opportunities and promote them. We are convinced of one thing: our employees are and will remain our most important success factor.

Apply by email with motivation letter and CV.