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Job Description

Location: Oosterhout Team: Parts Logistics department; Product Support, Parts & Mining Division Type: Full-time Who We Are At Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe (HCME), we produce the widest range of hydraulic excavators in the world, ranging from one-tonne minis to 780-tonne mining excavators. HCME also supplies wheel loaders, rigid dump trucks and other construction equipment for special applications. But we don’t just build machines—we build the future of construction. As part of the global Hitachi family, we’re driven by innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to delivering reliable solutions that shape the world around us. Our Amsterdam headquarters is home to a diverse, collaborative team working on cutting-edge technologies and services that support customers across Europe and beyond. Our Values Honesty and sincerity. Respect for our environment. Social consciousness and respect for others. Responsible management and “agreed is agreed”. Your Mission As Parts Order Expeditor, you manage procurement by taking corrective and preventive actions that will lead into an optimum supply chain avoiding stock out and overstock situations. The goal is to achieve the best possible reliable procurement within the value limits set by management resulting in a higher customer satisfaction and therefore higher sales. What You’ll Be Doing Support Support internal customers on all parts purchase related questions regarding deliveries suppliers and transport options. Procurement Order Timely placing all purchase orders for parts. Investigate, solve and process order confirmation. Analyze and active follow up of purchase orders to ensure delivery against requested date. Analyze and take the necessary actions proactively to achieve the best possible delivery and support questions from suppliers. Responsible for finding solutions and selecting best alternative options in case of problems in the supply chain. Discuss special request from supplier with parts procurement. Decide on best possible transport mode, balancing between transportation cost and customer satisfaction. Continuous improvement: always critically assess processes and take corrective and preventive actions to improve existing procedures. Other Lead-time and all procurement data maintenance. All other common purchase related activities on the department. What You Bring MBO level Fluent Dutch and English Superior analytical skills Knowledge of MS Office, MS D365, MS Power BI, extensive knowledge of MS Excel. Experience and knowledge of an international supply chain environment is a plus Ability to understand various complex systems, e.g. ERP systems, ISF (technical library), WMS in SAP (Warehouse Management). Being driven by results and performance What We Offer Compensation built of a yearly gross salary between 42.000 euros and 55.000 euros (including holiday allowance and based on experience). 27 days of leave + 13 extra collective days of leave (ADV) ‘Metalektro’ Collective Labour Agreement (CLA) Excellent pension scheme with a high employer contribution Working from home possibility and flexible working hours Budget of 1500 euro’s to set up your workplace Collective accident insurance International learning and development program Career opportunities Ready to Apply? We’d love to hear from you! Click [Apply Now]. At HCME, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace—everyone is welcome.

Core Responsibilities

Manage parts procurement by placing and monitoring purchase orders, resolving order confirmation and supply chain issues, and coordinating with internal customers and suppliers. Improve delivery reliability and customer satisfaction by taking preventive and corrective actions, selecting suitable transport options, and maintaining procurement data and processes.

Requirements

Requires MBO-level education, fluency in Dutch and English, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Dynamics 365, Power BI, and Excel. Familiarity with international supply chains and complex ERP, technical library, or SAP warehouse management systems is advantageous; a results-driven approach is expected.

Benefits

• 27 Days Of Leave
• 13 Additional Collective Leave Days
• Collective Labour Agreement
• Excellent Pension Scheme With High Employer Contribution
• Flexible Working Hours
• Work-From-Home Possibility
• €1,500 Workplace Setup Budget
• Collective Accident Insurance
• International Learning And Development Program
• Career Opportunities