Category Buyer for Product Related - 2 open roles!

Do you have a commercial soul and technical heart, fun in negotiations, and look for challenging and supportive environment? Would you like to join great high-tech precision mechatronics company in Eindhoven? Look no further but check our new positions for Category Buyer (Product Related).

About us

At Frencken Mechatronics, we specialize in developing and assembling cutting-edge industrial systems that power the semiconductor industry, healthcare market, and a diverse range of analytical applications. Our expertise lies in crafting state-of-the-art machines by integrating high-precision mechanical components, advanced motion control systems, and tailored machine application assemblies for our OEM customers.

Impact of the role:

As a Category Buyer Product Related you are responsible for sourcing highly complex and innovative technologies for cutting-edge projects and you co-develop and drive the execution of the Category Strategy. All of this is done while outperforming on commercial and technology level and minimizing risk on quality and logistical level. Per (sub-) Category you are managing relationships with vendors and manufacturers while capturing cost reductions and developing and executing the category strategy.

Your responsibilities in this internationally oriented position include:

• Co-define and execute the short- and long term strategy for your category with the Global Category Manager (GCM) and the Category Team,

• Engage with and support the different Program-teams via the Procurement Program Lead (PPL) in the Frencken organization to drive the business priorities such as supply continuity, cost, quality and technology advancement

• Be the main interface and actively manage regular contact with strategic suppliers

• Drive and lead commercial and contractual negotiations

• Take the lead in escalations when needed and support the quality and Operational Procurement team when needed

• Lead business reviews with suppliers to drive strategic objectives and manage performance

• Develop the category supply base, identify the need for in- and decremental suppliers

• Scout and develop new suppliers and phase out redundant suppliers

• Your first line of escalation is the Category Buyer Manager

• We’re hiring 2 category buyers, one in the electronics and one in the mechanical domain

What do we expect?

• BSc, BEng or MSc degree, technical or business oriented

• Team player with strong communication skills (English is essential)

• Excellent presentation, communication and negotiation skills, up to executive level

• Supplier relationship management proficiency, able to demand strongly in a constructive manner

• Entrepreneurial combined with a win-win attitude

• Able to obtain buy-in from internal (executive)stakeholders

What we offer:

At Frencken, we foster an informal, collaborative atmosphere where every team member is valued. You’ll work on fascinating, challenging high-tech projects alongside international colleagues who share your passion for technology. We offer a competitive salary, excellent employment conditions—including 25 vacation days, 13 ADV days, and a bonus scheme—and ample opportunities for professional development and growth.

Are you interested?

This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage procurement categories in a dynamic, international environment, driving innovation and efficiency in sourcing strategies. Interested? Apply!