Project Buyer

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 what we deliver.

Would you like to discover what’s possible together? Do you have a passion for technology and a sharp eye for procurement processes? Are you ready to make an impact on challenging customer projects and contribute to the growth of a high-tech organization? Then the role of Project Buyer at NTS Mechatronics in Eindhoven may be your next step!

Job Description

As a Project Buyer, you will represent the procurement function within customer projects. You play a key role in supplier selection and ensure that all purchasing processes align seamlessly with project goals. You work closely with Project Managers, Commodity Buyers, and Supplier Quality Engineers, and report hierarchically to the Supply Chain Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Selecting and approving suppliers based on customer requirements and relevant commodity strategies.
• Negotiating project packages (across QLTC) and monitoring the CPR roadmap.
• Developing and executing procurement strategies in collaboration with Commodity Buyers and Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Ensuring timely material availability by placing and following up on project-related orders.
• Optimizing procurement costs based on the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principle.

Job Requirements

• Higher professional education (HBO) level, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a similar field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a comparable procurement position.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Navision) and an affinity for ICT tools.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills in both Dutch and English.

Your Terms of Employment

At NTS, we combine our passion for technology with innovative solutions to complex challenges. You get the freedom and confidence to fully use and develop your talents in a dynamic and energetic environment. We invest both in technology and in you as a future colleague!

With this challenge, we offer the following terms of employment:

• Salary ranging from €4,900 to €6,800, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for personal growth and development, such as through training or education.
• 27 vacation days plus 13 additional ADV days.
• Excellent pension scheme with PME.
• Travel allowance paid monthly, up to 50 km one way, with €0.21 per km reimbursement.
• Laptop and mobile phone (if applicable to the role).
• Free fruit at the office.

About NTS

We deliver unique solutions to complex challenges and drive technological advancement for our customers. By combining development, manufacturing and assembly, we play an integral role in bringing the supply chain together. We combine the best skills and brightest ideas into a working system for the world’s most advanced Semiconductor, Opto-Mechatronics and Analytical solutions. For this reason, we have grown into a Tier-1 supplier to OEM’s and an international player operating from various (production) sites in Europe, Asia and the US.

Although we offer our teams around the world a great place to work, we do not forget to remain firmly rooted locally. Ultimately, the core of NTS is our people. Their excellent manufacturing skills, customer-focused mindset and clear technical solutions have made NTS what it is today. Together, we create a culture that everyone can be proud of because we make it possible together. That’s why we take every opportunity to celebrate our people, our craftsmanship and our successes.

Please note that this job posting is intended solely for individual applicants. We kindly request that recruitment agencies or third-party staffing firms do not contact us regarding this position. We are not seeking any assistance or services from external recruiters at this time, and any unsolicited profiles or proposals will not be considered or responded to. Thank you for your understanding.

For more information about this vacancy or our organization, please contact Samuel Costa at +31 6 83676366 or by email samuel.costa@nts-group.nl / recruitment@nts-group.nl.