BUYER | WAALWIJK

Are you a strategic and analytical Buyer ready to shape sourcing strategies and optimize procurement processes across EMEA? Do you enjoy working with data, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to drive value? IGM is looking for a new team member that fits these criteria!

BUYER | WAALWIJK

What is your role?
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies for selected (in)direct spend categories. You will support procurement reporting and analysis, manage supplier relationships, and ensure procurement processes are aligned with internal needs and external market dynamics. Key responsibilities include:

Sourcing Strategy & Execution

• Draft and execute sourcing strategies for selected spend categories, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract definition.
• Develop a strong understanding of internal needs and external market factors.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to deploy sourcing strategies locally.
• Implement sourcing strategies to ensure reliable and compliant sources of supply with competitive pricing.

Cost Optimization & Value Creation (TCO)

• Manage cost-saving initiatives to meet cost reduction targets.
• Drive programs to reduce overall working capital (OWC).
• Develop multi-aspect sourcing scenarios balancing price, rebates, risk management, and working capital.

Procurement Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare procurement reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders and leadership.
• Conduct data analysis to identify spend patterns, savings opportunities, and compliance gaps.
• Contribute to procurement performance tracking and KPI monitoring.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Act as the primary contact for suppliers and develop strong partnerships.
• Monitor supplier performance against key performance indicators.
• Define and implement action plans for continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Best Practices

• Work closely with key stakeholders such as site management, engineering, finance, SHE, and regulatory teams.
• Share best practices and standardize procurement processes and tools across IGM in cooperation with local procurement teams in other regions.

Who are we?
IGM Resins is recognized as the leader in UV Technology. Headquartered in Waalwijk, the Netherlands, IGM is the world’s leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals focused on the UV Inks, coatings, and adhesives market. Manufacturing and product development activities are in Europe and Asia with sales and distribution locations strategically positioned globally to best serve regional markets. IGM Resins has grown through organic and acquisitions over the last 5 years and currently employs around 700 team members globally.

Who are you?

• You have a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• You bring 3–7 years of procurement experience, preferably in the chemical industry and international environments.
• You have experience with raw materials and indirect spend categories (e.g., transport, warehousing).
• You are skilled in procurement data analysis, reporting tools, and performance tracking (e.g., dashboards, KPIs).
• You understand sustainable sourcing and market trends in the (petro)chemical industry.
• You are flexible, decisive, and capable of setting priorities in a dynamic environment.
• You are fluent in English and possess excellent negotiation and communication skills.

What do we offer?
We work with a great and energetic group of people. We value our team members, and we will offer a generic benefit package. Development and attention to people are also very important to us! We offer a dynamic and diverse working culture. You will be working in a team with a nice mix of people with different backgrounds and experience within a growing company with a clear vision. A place where you get a lot of responsibility and possibilities for personal development!

APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Did you get excited? Then we could be a match! We encourage you to get in touch with us! Please send your resume to Babette van Loon, P&O manager EMEA via careers.EMEA@igmresins.com.