Senior Buyer & Planner

📢 We are looking for a Senior Buyer and Planner

Location: Office is located in Zaltbommel near ’s-Hertogenbosch, NL

About The Nutriment Company.

At Nutriment Company we are entrepreneurs, visionaries and doers. We operate in one of the fastest growing segments of FMCG right now - pet food - and we are proud to be Europe's leading company within the natural premium segment. Our headquarters are in Stockholm and Düsseldorf, and we currently have +800 employees spread across Europe. We generate 200+ million EUR turnover with strong profitability, and we are owned by the Nordic private equity company Axcel.

At The Nutriment Company, we have a highly motivated, ambitious, and fun team that aspires to take our company to the next level, as we expand at a high pace both through organic growth and acquisitions across Europe.

The role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer and Planner to oversee stock management, procurement, and production planning for our diverse product portfolio. This is a key role in our Benelux market, ensuring seamless supply chain operations, maintaining 100% stock availability, and optimizing supplier relationships to drive profitability while upholding our commitment to product quality.

The ideal candidate

Will thrive in a dynamic environment, managing global suppliers with varying lead times and contributing to the growth of our pet food offerings. The role also involves playing a pivotal part in managing new product development projects (e.g., sourcing suppliers) and keeping track of overall product profitability. For keen candidates, there are excellent development opportunities, such as taking ownership of the full category/product portfolio, including setting strategic plans for the Benelux portfolio as a whole.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of a large and complex portfolio of products for resale, sourcing from suppliers worldwide with diverse lead times.
• Oversee production planning and repackaging processes to guarantee timely production and 100% stock availability at all times.
• Handle end-to-end supplier relationships, including supplier selection, performance management, and onboarding new or replacement suppliers as needed.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to safeguard profitability, ensuring cost efficiencies without compromising on product quality standards.
• Lead aspects of new product development projects, such as sourcing and qualifying suppliers, coordinating timelines, and ensuring alignment with market needs.
• Monitor and analyze product profitability across the portfolio
• Monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and implement strategies to minimize stockouts or overstock situations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, operations, quality control, and product development) to align procurement, planning, and innovation with business goals.
• Analyze market trends, supplier performance data, and supply chain risks to make informed decisions and improvements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, ethical sourcing practices, and company policies in all buying activities.
• Manage administration related to product import and product export to ensure problem-free inbound/outbound operations

• Required qualifications
• +5 years of experience in managing buying, procurement, or portfolio management in a supply chain or operations role.
• Experience in international sourcing and dealing with varying lead times.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiation, inventory management, and production planning.
• Experience in tracking and analyzing product profitability.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in relevant software/tools
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills for managing global supplier networks.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Preferred qualifications Experience in managing new product development projects.
• Experience from managing export processes.
• Pet food industry experience is not required, but familiarity with FMCG or perishable goods is a plus.

What we offer

• Being part of a high growth company in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Attractive career path with clear possibility to grow into various leadership roles as the company grows
• Competitive salary including benefits

Your application

If you believe The Nutriment Company is for you, please send us your resume already today and no later than March 13th

Interviews take place continuously and the position may be filled before the application deadline.

If you have questions about the position, please contact Head of HR [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your application!