Responsible for acting as the main point of contact between internal stakeholders and suppliers
Provide operational and analytical support by monitoring supplier performance and ensuring effective supplier relationships
Manage the transformation of Purchase Requisitions into Purchase Orders and ensure timely communication with suppliers
Monitor order progress and ensure on-time order confirmations, agreed pricing and timely delivery of goods
Generate and interpret ERP-based data to support supplier performance tracking and category-level decision making
Ensure purchase orders are created accurately to prevent invoice discrepancies
Work closely with buyers to ensure timely and accurate placement of purchase orders
Handle invoice-related issues including price differences and discrepancies, ensuring timely resolution
Ensure correct application of supply agreements, terms & conditions and effective use of framework contracts
Identify and understand stakeholder requirements in terms of quantity, specifications and service levels, especially for indirect categories
Provide day-to-day operational support to stakeholders, including handling queries, supporting local purchases and ensuring procurement process compliance
Bachelor’s Degree (preferably from an engineering department or Business Administration),
Min. 1 year experience of procurement (preferably FMCG sector),
Good command of written and verbal English,
Good command of MS Office (SAP knowledge is an asset),
Strong communication and interpersonal skills,
Strong analytical & reporting skills,
Strong negotiation skills.
At Perfetti Van Melle, we have a core value of Care for Our People, and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members’ goals and well-being. Join the Sweet Life by applying today!
Perfetti Van Melle is a privately owned company, producing and distributing candies and chewing gums in more than 150 countries worldwide.
Employing over 17.000 people and operating 37 companies throughout the world, Perfetti Van Melle has a true global reach: it is present in the Asia Pacific Region, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas
The industrial adventure of Perfetti Van Melle began many years ago, but it was in March 2001 that the current Group was set up through the merger of Perfetti Spa and Van Melle N.V. In July 2006 the Group acquired the Spanish company Chupa Chups S.A., famous all over the world for its lollypops.
Our brands convey the passion we have for our products. We continuously explore new ways of doing things and innovative ideas that will inspire and delight our consumers worldwide. Our global brands Mentos, Chupa Chups, Alpenliebe gratify, refresh, inspire consumers of all ages around the globe. Other brands are extremely popular in regional markets with innovative tastes that match local preferences.
