Purchase Assistant

Function

Our client, one of the largest distributors of confectionery, soft drinks and tobacco products for the convenience market in Belgium, is looking for an enthusiastic Purchasing Assistant to join the team in Wijnegem. As a buyer, you will be an indispensable part of the purchasing process and will support the Category Managers in their day-to-day work. Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform and manage administrative tasks and follow-up for Category Managers.
• Centralising and entering data and promotions into our system and brochure file.
• Managing the central article database.
• Following up on leaflets, promotions and reports.
• Act as backup for colleagues within purchase support and replenishment.
• Communication with sales representatives and telesales on promotions and stock management.
• You will support in the confectionery and tobacco department.

With your attention to detail and organisational skills, you’ll contribute to our growth and professional development. Flexibility and commercial acumen come naturally to you

Profile

We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant with strong, analytical skills and experience to join our dynamic team. Your profile:

• You have a background in procurement and data management.
• Experience in a procurement department, preferably in the FMCG sector, is essential.
• You have excellent knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, formulas, vertical search), and experience with ERP systems such as Navision.
• You are commercially minded, a real team player and strong in planning and organisation.
• You speak fluent Dutch and can express yourself well in French and English.
• A flexible approach to work and a hands-on attitude make you the perfect candidate for the role of childcare assistant.

Organisation

Our client is one of the largest distributors of confectionery, soft drinks and tobacco products for the convenience market in Belgium. To support our further growth and professionalisation, they are looking for reinforcement in the purchasing department.

Offer

In this firm, they believe it is important for employees to feel valued. On a regular basis, this company conducts employee satisfaction surveys. They link this to concrete actions that translate into a stable team with high seniority.

What should you expect?

• An attractive salary with fringe benefits:
  • meal vouchers
  • annual premium
  • ecocheques
  • group insurance
  • possibility of joining the hospitalisation plan
  • team bonus
  • end-of-year bonus
  • holiday pay
• In a full-time position, you will have 6 adv days per year.
• An ergonomic workplace.
• Open-door politics.