{"id":4586,"date":"2026-10-09T08:46:14","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T08:46:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yanmar.com\/eu\/careers\/?post_type=job&#038;p=4586"},"modified":"2026-10-09T08:49:06","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T08:49:06","slug":"lead-buyer","status":"publish","type":"job","link":"https:\/\/www.yanmar.com\/eu\/careers\/current-vacancies\/lead-buyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Lead Buyer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n\n  <aside class=\"b-job__sidebar\">\n          <a class=\"b-job__all-jobs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yanmar.com\/eu\/careers\/current-vacancies\/\">\n        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" 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As Yanmar continues to grow, we are creating a new Lead Buyer position to strengthen our procurement capabilities, build stronger supplier partnerships, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives across the organisation. This is a unique opportunity to shape a newly established role and make a direct impact on both operational performance and business growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:100\">What are you going to do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As our Lead Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing activities for assigned categories, materials, and services. Working closely with Operations, Sales, Finance, Legal, suppliers, and procurement teams across Yanmar entities, you will ensure reliable supply, competitive costs, and strong supplier performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This position offers a unique combination of strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, contract negotiations, and stakeholder engagement. You will play a key role in defining procurement strategies, optimising supplier performance, and establishing the foundation for Yanmar Marine International&#8217;s future procurement organisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\">Your main tasks and responsibilities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Procurement Strategy &amp; Sourcing<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develop and execute purchasing strategies for assigned categories and commodities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify opportunities for cost reduction, supply continuity, and process improvements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyse supplier markets, industry developments, and procurement risks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support management with procurement insights and recommendations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drive sourcing initiatives that contribute to Yanmar&#8217;s operational and commercial objectives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Supplier Selection &amp; Contract Management<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work closely with internal stakeholders to define sourcing requirements and specifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare and manage RFQs, tenders, and supplier selection processes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluate supplier proposals and recommend sourcing solutions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lead contract negotiations regarding pricing, delivery conditions, and commercial agreements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manage key supplier contracts and identify opportunities for optimisation and risk mitigation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure contract compliance and maintain accurate contract documentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Supplier Performance &amp; Relationship Management<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, delivery reliability, cost-effectiveness, and service levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop and implement supplier improvement plans where required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resolve supplier-related issues and commercial disputes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen supplier collaboration while supporting Yanmar&#8217;s long-term procurement objectives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Procurement Analysis &amp; 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Continuous Improvement<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinate procurement activities across assigned categories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide functional guidance and support to procurement colleagues where needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote procurement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help establish and further develop this newly created role within the organisation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support the future growth and professionalisation of the procurement function.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:100\">Who are we looking for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ideal Lead Buyer combines strong commercial awareness with exceptional analytical and stakeholder management skills. You are comfortable negotiating complex contracts, building long-term supplier relationships, and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions and cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You enjoy operating in an international manufacturing environment and are motivated by creating structure, improving processes, and delivering measurable business results. As this is a newly created position, you are proactive, entrepreneurial, and excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of procurement within Yanmar Marine International.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4 wp-block-paragraph\">The ideal candidate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bachelor&#8217;s degree or equivalent, working and thinking level.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum 8 years of experience within procurement, sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience within an international manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proven experience negotiating contracts and commercial agreements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and strategic sourcing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrated ability to drive cost reduction and supplier performance improvements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fluent in English, both written and spoken.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional European languages or Japanese are considered an advantage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c2234a96\">\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5 wp-block-paragraph\">Work location:<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This position is based in Almere, the Netherlands, and operates in an international procurement environment, collaborating closely across Europe and Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:100\">What do we offer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will join an international and growing organisation where procurement plays an increasingly strategic role. In this newly created position, you will have the opportunity to establish procurement strategies, manage key supplier relationships, and directly contribute to Yanmar&#8217;s operational and commercial success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and international procurement teams, providing excellent opportunities for professional growth and future development within the organisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n          <section class=\"b-block\n  b-reusable-block\">\n      \n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7 wp-block-paragraph\">Employee Benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A competitive salary that reflects your knowledge and experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A standard working week of 37.5 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opportunities for training and professional development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gym subscription and bike plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employee benefits plan with discounts on various products and services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participation in company outings, sports activities, and events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Commuting allowance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>27 vacation days (+ the ability to build up time for time).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>8% holiday allowance and year-end bonus based on company results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n    <\/section>\n  \n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-narrow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/yanmareurope.teamtailor.com\/jobs\/8519205-lead-buyer\/applications\/new?iframe=true\">Apply now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n          <section class=\"b-block\n  b-reusable-block\">\n      \n<style data-wp-block-html=\"css\">\r\n.yanmar-application-section,\r\n.yanmar-application-section *,\r\n.yanmar-application-section *::before,\r\n.yanmar-application-section *::after {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.yanmar-application-section {\r\n  --color-primary: #dc1e37;\r\n  --color-primary-tint: #fff0f2;\r\n  --color-heading: #111827;\r\n  --color-text: #6b7280;\r\n  --color-text-strong: #4b5563;\r\n  --color-border: #e5e7eb;\r\n  --color-line: #d8d8d8;\r\n  --shadow-card: 0 15px 35px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.08);\r\n\r\n  background: #f7f7f7;\r\n  padding: 90px 40px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.yanmar-application-header {\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n  margin-bottom: 80px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.yanmar-eyebrow {\r\n  display: block;\r\n  color: var(--color-primary);\r\n  text-transform: uppercase;\r\n  font-size: 13px;\r\n  letter-spacing: 1.8px;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n  margin-bottom: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.yanmar-application-header h2 {\r\n  font-size: 46px;\r\n  line-height: 1.15;\r\n  margin: 0 0 18px;\r\n  color: var(--color-heading);\r\n}\r\n\r\n.yanmar-application-header p {\r\n  font-size: 20px;\r\n  color: var(--color-text);\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.yanmar-application-layout {\r\n  max-width: 1300px;\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n  display: grid;\r\n  grid-template-columns: minmax(0, 1fr) 420px;\r\n  gap: 60px;\r\n  align-items: start;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.yanmar-process {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n  display: grid;\r\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(5, 1fr);\r\n  gap: 38px;\r\n  padding-top: 10px;\r\n  list-style: none;\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n  padding-left: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* Belt-and-braces: some themes' base list styles load after this\r\n   stylesheet and win on specificity, so the marker survives\r\n   `list-style: none` on the <ol> alone. 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A personal approach.<\/h2>\r\n    <p>We keep our application process simple, transparent and fast.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"yanmar-application-layout\">\r\n    <ol class=\"yanmar-process\">\r\n      <li class=\"yanmar-step\">\r\n        <div class=\"yanmar-step-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M22 16.9v3a2 2 0 0 1-2.2 2 19.8 19.8 0 0 1-8.6-3.1 19.4 19.4 0 0 1-6-6A19.8 19.8 0 0 1 2.1 4.2 2 2 0 0 1 4.1 2h3a2 2 0 0 1 2 1.7c.1 1 .4 2 .7 2.9a2 2 0 0 1-.5 2.1L8.1 9.9a16 16 0 0 0 6 6l1.2-1.2a2 2 0 0 1 2.1-.5c.9.3 1.9.6 2.9.7A2 2 0 0 1 22 16.9z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>Short telephone acquaintance<\/h3>\r\n        <p>We get to know each other and discuss your motivation.<\/p>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"yanmar-step\">\r\n        <div class=\"yanmar-step-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M23 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.9\"\/><path d=\"M16 3.1a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.8\"\/><\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>First interview at Yanmar<\/h3>\r\n        <p>You&rsquo;ll meet the team and learn more about the role.<\/p>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"yanmar-step\">\r\n        <div class=\"yanmar-step-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M21 15a4 4 0 0 1-4 4H7l-4 4V7a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h10a4 4 0 0 1 4 4z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>Second interview<\/h3>\r\n        <p>A deeper conversation to ensure we&rsquo;re the right fit.<\/p>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"yanmar-step\">\r\n        <div class=\"yanmar-step-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M14 2H6a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v16a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h12a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V8z\"\/><path d=\"M14 2v6h6\"\/><path d=\"m9 15 2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>Job offer<\/h3>\r\n        <p>We&rsquo;ll make you an offer and discuss the next steps.<\/p>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"yanmar-step\">\r\n        <div class=\"yanmar-step-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4.5 16.5 3 21l4.5-1.5L19 8l-3-3z\"\/><path d=\"M14 6l4 4\"\/><\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>Let&rsquo;s get started!<\/h3>\r\n        <p>Welcome aboard. We&rsquo;ll prepare everything for your first day.<\/p>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n    <\/ol>\r\n    <aside class=\"yanmar-contact-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"yanmar-eyebrow\">Questions?<\/span>\r\n      <h3>We&rsquo;re here to help.<\/h3>\r\n      <div class=\"yanmar-person\">\r\n        <img\r\n          src=\"https:\/\/www.yanmar.com\/eu\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2026\/07\/jack_denkers_yanmar_250x250.png\"\r\n          alt=\"Jack Denkers\"\r\n          width=\"130\"\r\n          height=\"130\"\r\n          loading=\"lazy\"\r\n          decoding=\"async\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <p class=\"yanmar-person-name\"><strong>Jack Denkers<\/strong><\/p>\r\n          <p class=\"yanmar-person-title\">Corporate Recruiter<\/p>\r\n          <p class=\"yanmar-contact-intro\">\r\n            Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the vacancy or application process.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <a href=\"tel:+31362050113\" class=\"yanmar-contact-link\">\r\n        <span class=\"yanmar-link-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M22 16.9v3a2 2 0 0 1-2.2 2 19.8 19.8 0 0 1-8.6-3.1 19.4 19.4 0 0 1-6-6A19.8 19.8 0 0 1 2.1 4.2 2 2 0 0 1 4.1 2h3a2 2 0 0 1 2 1.7c.1 1 .4 2 .7 2.9a2 2 0 0 1-.5 2.1L8.1 9.9a16 16 0 0 0 6 6l1.2-1.2a2 2 0 0 1 2.1-.5c.9.3 1.9.6 2.9.7A2 2 0 0 1 22 16.9z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n        <span>+31 (0)36 2050 113<\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"yanmar-arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&rsaquo;<\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"mailto:jack_denkers@yanmar.com\" class=\"yanmar-contact-link\">\r\n        <span class=\"yanmar-link-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4 4h16a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v12a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H4a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V6a2 2 0 0 1 2-2z\"\/><path d=\"m22 6-10 7L2 6\"\/><\/svg>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n        <span>Send me an email<\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"yanmar-arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&rsaquo;<\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n      <div class=\"yanmar-availability\">\r\n        <svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 6v6l4 2\"\/><\/svg>\r\n        <span>Available on weekdays<br>during office hours.<\/span>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/aside>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n    <\/section>\n  \n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-4586","job","type-job","status-publish","hentry","job_category-supply-chain-logistics","job_level-management","job_business_area-recreational-marine","job_work_type-hybrid","job_company-yanmar-marine-international","job_location-almere-the-netherlands","job_employment_type-fulltime"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Lead Buyer - Yanmar Europe Careers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/origin-yeu.yanmar.com\/eu\/careers\/current-vacancies\/lead-buyer\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Lead Buyer - Yanmar Europe Careers\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Within Yanmar Marine International, Procurement plays a vital role in ensuring the continuity, quality, and competitiveness of our business. 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