Operational Buyer | NTS Hengelo

"At NTS, we make it possible together. Technology inspires and drives us; it is our passion. Every day, we work on unique solutions for complex challenges. Whether it's ultra-complex or ultra-precise solutions, we are proud of what we do and deliver." Do you want to explore possibilities together? Are you organized, analytical, and do you ensure logistics processes run smoothly? Do you like managing the link between our suppliers and internal teams and find it a challenge to get the right materials on time? Then start as Operational Buyer at NTS Hengelo and let's make it possible together! Job Description As an Operational Buyer, you are the key link between our suppliers and internal teams for purchasing parts and outsourced manufacturing. You play a crucial role in our Supply Chain Team and ensure the right materials arrive on time and at the right conditions. You monitor stock, manage suppliers, and solve bottlenecks proactively. In this role, you prioritize daily tasks based on their impact on production progress (for example, preventing production stops). Other tasks include: Daily placing, checking, and monitoring purchase orders; Monitoring delivery times and taking immediate action on delays in consultation with planning; Maintaining close contact with national and international suppliers about order confirmations and prices, in coordination with tactical purchasing; Handling complaints, shortages, and invoice differences correctly; Resolving quality issues in cooperation with internal colleagues; Optimizing stock levels in cooperation with the logistics department. Requirements We look for a precise colleague who communicates well, stands firm, and can switch quickly. At least a completed MBO-4 or HBO education, preferably in logistics or business administration; Good command of Dutch and English; Experience with ERP systems and MS Excel; Ability to independently set your daily priorities. Your benefits At NTS, we combine our passion for technology with innovative solutions. You get freedom and trust to develop your talents in a dynamic workplace with space for initiative and growth. For this position, we offer: Salary from €3,498 to €4,692 for 40 hours (depending on experience); Contract of 24 hours per week; More than 40 days off: 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days for full-time; Home working: 1 day per week with a net allowance of €2.40 per day; Personal development and growth opportunities through training and courses; Annual budget of €150 gross for vitality, bike plan, or gym via the Alleo app; Travel allowance of €0.21 per km (max 50 km one way) or full public transport coverage; Excellent pension plan via PME; Laptop and mobile phone; Free fresh fruit at work. About NTS We deliver unique solutions for complex challenges and support our customers' technological progress. By combining development, production and assembly, we play an integral role in the supply chain. We unite top skills and smart ideas into working systems for advanced semiconductor, Opto-Mechatronic, and analytical solutions worldwide. We have grown to be a Tier-1 supplier for OEMs and an international player operating from Europe, Asia, and the US. While offering great workplaces globally, we stay locally rooted. The core of NTS is our people. Their excellent craftsmanship, customer focus and clear technical solutions made NTS what it is. Together we build a culture everyone is proud of because we make it possible together. We celebrate our people, skills and successes at every chance. Interested? Apply now and send your CV (and motivation if you want) via the button below! For more information about this job or our organization, please contact us by email: Recruitment.Hengelo@nts-group.nl