Introduction

We are recruiting an experienced Senior Buyer for a 12-month renewable contract based in Rotterdam, Netherlands. You will join a globally recognized leader in floating energy infrastructure, supporting high-value offshore projects through strategic procurement, supplier management, and commercial leadership.

What are you going to do 

Responsibilities

  • Procurement Planning: You develop, implement and lead procurement plans based on project requirements, timelines, and budgets.
  • Supplier Sourcing: You follow strategic sourcing category manager framing and evaluate suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
  • Contract Negotiation: You negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers for critical packages to secure favorable agreements while mitigating risks. You align with the Category Management team as needed.
  • Purchase Orders: You issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications and company policies.
  • Cost Control: You ensure procurement activities align with budget constraints and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
  • Compliance: You ensure all procurement activities comply with industry regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
  • Reporting: You provide regular updates to project managers and stakeholders on procurement status, potential risks, and mitigation strategies.
  • Mentoring: You mentor and monitor the team of buyers and support them on their activities as needed.

Essential skills and knowledge

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business administration, or a related field

Experience

  • 10+ years of experience in procurement within the oil and gas industry.
  • Master in negotiation and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
  • Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Functional Competencies

  • Commercial
  • Analytics and reporting
  • Regulatory Management
  • Project Procurement Strategy and Management
  • SBM Product Knowledge
  • Purchasing Tools and Processes
  • Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management
  • Contract Management
  • Negotiation
  • Product Costing

Closing: 03 July 2026

Apply Now

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 5 minutes and let's get in touch!

your-application-process[1]

Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!