A key player in the food retail industry, our client operates in a fast-paced environment where purchasing decisions have a direct impact on business performance. They are known for their dynamic, data-driven approach to procurement and their ability to adapt quickly to market fluctuations, supplier pressures, and shifting consumer demands.
Purchasing Coordinator - Project
Functieomschrijving
Key Responsibilities
Support ongoing negotiations with in-depth data analysis and strategic reporting
Create impactful presentations for important stakeholders and purchasing department
Prepare retrospectives, dashboards, and reports post-negotiation
Assist in onboarding shareholders and suppliers into negotiation cycles
Coordinate the kick-off and content planning of large-scale negotiation events
Translate raw data from suppliers and internal sources into actionable insights
Ensure the smooth flow of internal communication and updates to leadership
Provide hands-on support to the lead negotiator (Natalia) in daily priorities
Profiel
Successful Candidate Profile
Holds a bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in business, economics, purchasing, or a related field
Has at least 3 to 5 years of experience in the retail sector, ideally within food distribution
Demonstrates prior exposure to purchasing or negotiation processes
Fluent in both English and French; knowledge of German and/or Dutch is a strong asset
Possesses strong analytical skills and enjoys working with numbers and data
Proactive, autonomous, organized, assertive and solutions-oriented
Strong interpersonal skills with an extroverted, hands-on communication style
Understands the commercial and operational challenges of the retail food industry
Aanbod
What's on Offer
High-impact, visible role within the purchasing function
Opportunity to shape strategy through data-driven insights
Dynamic work environment with direct access to leadership