NPR Buyer

About us

Do you have NPR buying experience? Do you strive for Best Value for Money with your buying expertise, market knowledge and creative negotiating? And you are not afraid to challenge budget owners and suppliers? Then we can’t wait to hear from you!

Your mission

As Buyer NPR you are responsible for the translation of our business needs to optimal purchased services and goods. You do this in collaboration with our NPR Procurement-team, consisting of an NPR Buyer and a Procurement Coordinator.

In close collaboration with your internal customers, you source, select and contract suppliers in a wide portfolio. For assigned NPR categories you develop strategic plans to explore savings opportunities and to risk managing. Your buying expertise is recognized and enables you to take the lead in projects from a Procurement perspective. With your flexible mindset you are willing and eager to adapt your scope and deliver support in a changing environment.

This role focusses on marketing (in its broadest spectrum) and related departments.

Key responsibilities

• Negotiate and maintain contracts, prices, delivery terms, and other relevant conditions.
• Supplier relation & performance management for NPR suppliers.
• Signal and mitigate risks for assigned NPR-categories.
• For European NPR projects you initiate and analyze RFP/RFI/RFQ’s.
• Execution of tenders, benchmarks and negotiations in line with the strategic category plans.
• Manage Procurement tools like contract management system, N2P tool, ERP.
• Reporting on KPI’s and added value.
• To contribute to the department’s operation, you support in administrative tasks and initiate process optimizations.

Your profile

• Higher (HBO) or academic education.
• A couple of years experience in Non Product Related purchasing, preferably in an international environment.
• Analysis and problem-solving competency. Experience with Business Intelligence tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Affinity with technology.
• Excellent communication skills in English both verbal and written.

What we offer

• A salary between 3500 and 4500 based on your experience and knowledge, with room to grow.
• This is a position for 32-40 hours per week, depending on your preferences.
• You will first receive an annual contract with a probation time of one month.
• You are eligible for a 13th month every year.
• The option to work hybrid up to 3 days, with 2 joint office days.
• The annual leave entitlements consist of 28 vacation days in the case of full-time employment.
• Extensive retirement plan.
• Other terms include travel expenses, use of a laptop and telephone if required, option to purchase extra holiday hours, Bicycle Plan and collective health insurance.
• Besides work there is time for fun such as team outings or our Workout on Wheels bootcamp every Tuesday.

N.B. This position is eligible for our internal ‘Refer a Friend’ policy. Please ask your HR Manager for the terms that apply.

Dorel Juvenile’s Procurement department has its focus on European-wide Non-Product Related procurement. Supporting the European organization in its wide needs. This position is an exciting chance for a procurement professional who is looking to combine operational work with strategic thinking. In collaboration with your team and the business you provide the best possible support on NPR buying. Are you ready to grow?

Working at a Top Employer

We are thrilled to have been certified as a 'Top Employer' since 2023 for our Dorel Juvenile Europe HQ in the Netherlands! This is a team effort, and we couldn't be prouder of the incredible team we have. For you as a soon-to-be DJE team member, this means we prioritize your well-being, development, and experience at Dorel Juvenile.

We are dedicated to enriching our workplace through proven people experiences, aligning with our ambition to become the Employer of Choice. Our People Strategy, designed with your needs in mind, prioritizes connection, clear communication, development, and learning. Please ask us about this during your interview process. For more information, visit the Top Employers Institute's website.

About Dorel Juvenile

Dorel Juvenile is the world's leading juvenile products company. Our well-known products and strong brands Max-Cosi and Tiny Love are complemented by regional brands and are available in more than 100 countries.

We are proud to work with 2.700 highly driven professionals in 25 different countries. All our talented employees share the same mission: to Care for Precious Life. We help families live carefree lives by providing them with juvenile products with the highest safety and comfort standards.

Our frontrunner mentality matches our position as a global market leader. Being first means we forge our own path; we explore new ways to enhance our brands. We are continuously reinforcing our leading position and believe that team spirit, personal drive, and accountability can make a real difference in achieving sustainable growth. A vital element of our daily operations is the strong connection we maintain with our consumers. We engage with them wherever they are, so they will always benefit from our products and services, even in ways they did not expect.