Category Buyer

Picnic Technologies

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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posted 11 days ago

About Picnic Technologies

At Picnic, we’re revolutionizing the way people buy groceries. Our affordable and sustainable service is made possible by our passionate people, cutting-edge technology, efficient planning, and, of course, our fleet of iconic electric vehicles! It’s why our customer base is growing rapidly across the Netherlands, Germany, and France.

One of the things that makes Picnic different is that we handle almost everything in-house: forecasting, developing our first automated warehouse and new electric Picnic vehicles, internal and customer-facing applications—the list goes on. It gives us more freedom when it comes to trying out new and innovative ideas, which is something we do a lot!

We love to challenge ourselves and learn new things. Our teams have access to various meetups, language classes, ‘Lunch & Learn’ sessions, our very own Tech Academy, and tailored soft-skills training. Professional development is as important to us as the service we provide to our customers.

As a diverse team made up of over 80 nationalities, there are always plenty of activities to get involved with, whether you’re into sports, board games, charitable causes, dancing (at our legendary Picnic festival), or licorice tasting—yes, even that!

Our scale-up culture means you get to own your role and bring fresh ideas to the table. So, if you’re looking for an opportunity to make a real difference, get in touch—we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

In a nutshell

Products are at the heart of our business, and we strive to provide the best product range to ensure top quality. As a Category Buyer, you will take full ownership of your category, aiming to enhance customer satisfaction and boost profitability. At Picnic, we operate in a data-driven and complex environment, facing continuous challenges and opportunities in areas such as pricing strategies, forecasting, and warehouse automation. We are looking for an ambitious buyer with excellent category management and negotiation skills, who can establish lasting relationships with suppliers. If you have innovative ideas, we encourage you to share them with your team, refine them, evaluate, experiment, and make a significant impact on our company!

The Role

You will be responsible for defining negotiation strategies, conducting supplier negotiations, and developing a deep understanding of your category using Picnic data, customer insights, and supplier feedback. You will identify commercial opportunities and implement a data-driven approach to category innovations, while also collaborating with your team to enhance product quality and profitability.

Responsibilities

  • Define clear negotiation strategies to secure competitive conditions with suppliers.
  • Conduct negotiations with multiple suppliers from initiation to contract signing.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of your category through data analysis and insights.
  • Identify and pursue commercial opportunities using a data-first approach.
  • Create and implement practical plans for category improvements.
  • Understand the end-to-end supply chain to enhance product range and quality.
  • Collaborate with your category team to deliver the best outcomes for customers.

Requirements

  • BSc. or MSc. degree in Business Administration, (Business) Economics, or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience as a Buyer or Category Manager in a similar industry.
  • High energy, persistence, and drive to successfully manage multiple projects.
  • Strong negotiation skills with the ability to assess offers effectively.
  • Hands-on mentality with a 'nothing is impossible' mindset.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships and understand stakeholders.
  • Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Fluency in Dutch and English.

What We Offer

  • Fresh lunch, coffee, and snacks prepared daily by our chefs.
  • Health insurance discounts and a bike plan through our partnerships.
  • Opportunities for personal development through various training programs.
  • 25 holidays, covered travel expenses, and a pension plan.
  • Provision of a phone and laptop.

Note: This is an ongoing recruitment effort as we continue to grow throughout the year. We look forward to your application!

Required skills

energy

Economics

Data Analysis

pricing strategies

Dutch

English

English level

Fluent

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