Marktplaats in The Netherlands, and 2dehands and 2ememain in Belgium, are part of Adevinta: a global online classifieds specialist. The three brands are hosted on a multi-tenant platform, operated from our Amsterdam location, and are the top players in the classifieds space throughout the Benelux region.

We offer consumers the opportunity to trade their unwanted products and contribute to a greener, circular economy. We offer businesses - of all sizes, from the smallest hobbyist to the biggest brands in Benelux - a platform to showcase their goods and services online to over 11 million monthly unique users.

What you’ll do ​& Who you are

POSTING Procurement Specialist/ Buyer for Marktplaats

We are going through a significant transformation in which the Procurement team contributes to create savings for our entity Marktplaats and 2dehands . The mission will be focused on understanding the needs of the local market and the categories to identify and implement synergy plans.

You will report to our local Head of Procurement Marktplaats.

What you will do:

• You will support the department in managing a spend of approx. €100m in multiple categories (Marketing, Product & Technology, Professional Services, Transactions and Corporate Services) focusing on local market needs. This by ensuring correct processes, structures and communication.
• You will work with the local Procurement Head and Global Strategic Sourcing team to align priorities and action plans. Helping manage suppliers and ensure high performance levels and regular reviews to optimise services.
• You will be the strong contact for local stakeholders for any Procurement-related local topics. (i.e weekly interactions with head of procurement, marketing, facilities, and other department leaders).
• You are the main contact for <100k supplier contracts and support in Facility contracts.
• You will provide guidance about the Procurement process to ensure successful execution of local projects and process compliance.
• You will process and manage any Procurement-related activities locally in agreement with the Procurement Head (RFI / RFQ, contract management, market screening, benchmarking…).
• You will drive supplier relationship management along with key stakeholders.
• You will identify cost improvement opportunities.
• You will support the Procurement head on the adjustment of ways of working, processes and operating model between Global Procurement and Local Procurement (whenever needed).
• You will report progress / achievements to Head of Procurement whenever required.

Who you are:

Someone who is enthusiastic about helping colleagues in managing the suppliers and support in a smooth process. Likes to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal clients. Making sure you will be the go-to person for the day-to-day supplier topics to support to the organization.

• Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members, clients and suppliers
• Proactivity and a self-starter. Helps seek out opportunities and deliver improvements.
• Negotiation skills to work with suppliers and make better deals for the company
• You are hands-on; willing to challenge status quo and to work as part of the corporate transformation
• With your continuous improvement mindset, you will identify opportunities to use existing processes and tools
• An understanding of purchase order software platforms and other software programs

• You know how to use and analyze data, math skills to make sure all calculations are correct
• You are fluent in Dutch and English (written and verbal)

Life at Adevinta comes with its perks! Our Adevintans enjoy the following benefits:

An attractive Base Salary.
Participation in our Short Term Incentive plan (annual bonus).
Work From Anywhere: Enjoy up to 20 days a year of working from anywhere! Maybe not from the moon - well why not! just make sure you have internet connection!
A 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, because we care.
Win together, lose together is one of our key behaviours. At Adevinta you will find a collaborative environment with an opportunity to explore your potential and grow.

Benefits

Life at Adevinta comes with its perks! Our Adevintans enjoy the following benefits:

• An attractive Base Salary 💸

• Work From Anywhere: Enjoy up to 20 days a year of working from anywhere! Maybe not from the moon🌛well why not! just make sure you have internet connection! 🌍

• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, because we care ❤️

• Win together, lose together is one of our key behaviours. At Adevinta you will find a collaborative environment with an opportunity to explore your potential and grow 🌱

On top of these, we also provide a range of locally relevant benefits. Wanna know more? Apply and ask our recruiters! ✨

Adevinta is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

If you feel like you don’t meet all of the requirements for this role but are interested, please consider applying anyway. Research suggests that women and individuals from underrepresented groups may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We strongly encourage people from historically excluded groups to apply and look forward to speaking with you.