Operational Buyer

As an Operational Buyer, you ensure the smooth flow of materials to support our R&D-driven product development and manufacturing operations. You’ll work closely with suppliers, planners and internal teams to secure on-time deliveries, clean master data and high first-time-right performance. Your work helps turn engineering ambition into real-world outputs – without delays or surprises.

Key responsibilities

As an Operational Buyer, you will:

• Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders within SLA (< 3 days).
• Secure confirmations, track shipments, and manage delivery schedules in line with MRP changes.
• Monitor supply signals and constraints; alert S&OP of any risks or shortages.
• Maintain accurate vendor and item master data (pricing, MOQ, lead times).
• Act as first-line gatekeeper for supplier quality issues (Level 0/1); log defects and coordinate initial follow-up.
• Publish weekly scorecards on supplier delivery performance and order cost.
• Support automation and continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., e‑catalogs, EDI integration).

Scope & impact

As an Operational Buyer, you will:

• Cover all direct and indirect purchase orders (~4,000 lines / €9M spend annually).
• Own accuracy of procurement master data and first-line supplier performance.

KPI’s

• PR-to-PO cycle time
• PO confirmation lead time
• Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Master data error rate
• Cost-to-Order (€ per PO)
• SLA compliance (PO quality, timelines)

Required competences

• Accuracy and attention to detail — you ensure data is clean and transactions are right the first time.
• Digital fluency — you’re’ confident working with ERP systems, planning tools and procurement dashboards.
• Time management & prioritisation — you handle deadlines and competing tasks with efficiency.
• Problem‑solving — you address delivery and quality issues calmly and analytically.
• Clear communication — you’re comfortable coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Process mindset — you spot inefficiencies and help drive smarter, more automated workflows.

Our offer

We offer you a challenging role in a fast-growing Belgian company with a well-known reputation in the worldwide entertainment industry. This role comes with a permanent employment contract, a competitive salary, a comprehensive extralegal package and a bunch of fun colleagues.