Category Buyer for Foods Team
4 weken geleden
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Category Buyer to join our Foods team at West Coast Supply Group. As a Category Buyer, you will play a key role in helping us achieve our commercial targets by setting the vision and strategy for our Foods category.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and approach new international suppliers to drive business growth
- Develop and implement category plans to optimize product ranges and pricing
- Maintain and expand relationships with suppliers to ensure continued business success
- Monitor and analyze product ranges to ensure timely ordering and minimize stock levels
- Proactively follow market and product developments to identify opportunities and trends
- Translate market research into concrete commercial plans and actions
- Negotiate prices, payments, and delivery conditions with suppliers
- Maintain contact with internal and external stakeholders to drive business results
Requirements:
- Completed higher vocational education (hbo) level
- At least 3 years of experience in a Category Buyer function or sales role
- Expertise in negotiating and making commercial plans
- Result-driven with an entrepreneurial spirit and excellent communication skills
- Fluent in Dutch and English
- Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities
- Demonstrated affinity with Food products
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Customized development plan with growth opportunities
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and multicultural team
- Brand new office located near Hoofddorp Train Station
- Award-winning team events and legendary annual parties
About West Coast Supply Group:
West Coast Supply Group is a multicultural and dynamic group of individuals who share a top-scoring mentality and commercial mindset. We offer the freedom to find your own winning formula and are committed to supporting your personal and professional growth.
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