Job: Procurement Specialist
Job Details
| Salary | € 4,000 - € 5,000 per month |
| Employment Type | Permanent / Full-time |
| Working Hours | 38 hours, Mon–Fri |
| Location | Arnhem / Lichtenvoorde |
📦 Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist
About Cook & Pan
Cook & Pan is a leading international brand in premium cookware and culinary accessories. Our mission? To inspire and connect people around the world — and elevate their everyday cooking routine. We don't do things halfway. With innovative products, high-quality materials, and a bold attitude, we turn cooking into an experience.
Thanks to our global network and AI-first approach, we’re growing fast. That’s why we’re looking for someone to keep our supply chain running smoothly, close deals with new suppliers, and ensure our pans are always in the right place at the right time.
Why this role matters
- Rapid growth: More products, more countries, more suppliers — especially in Asia and Europe.
- New partnerships: You’ll spot opportunities and secure procurement deals that drive us forward.
- Central coordination: You’re the link between suppliers, freight partners, and internal teams.
- Data-driven: You’ll use data, forecasting, and smart AI tools to optimize the entire chain.
What you’ll do
🔗 Supplier & Procurement Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, especially in Asia.
- Negotiate prices and terms — you know a good deal when you see one.
- Manage purchase orders and ensure seamless communication.
🚚 Logistics & Shipping
- Coordinate with freight forwarders for reliable and on-time delivery.
- Proactively solve issues related to delays or transportation challenges.
📦 Inventory & Fulfillment
- Monitor inventory levels and adjust when needed.
- Collaborate with fulfillment partners to avoid stockouts.
- Forecast demand trends and plan accordingly.
🤝 Cross-functional Collaboration & Cost Control
- Work closely with Finance to protect margins and ensure healthy cash flow.
- Align with Marketing & Sales to improve forecasting.
- Use data to track supplier, inventory, and shipping performance.
Who you are
- Experience in procurement and supply chain, preferably in e-commerce.
- You’ve done business in Asia and understand its culture and dynamics.
- Skilled in negotiation and relationship management.
- Commercial mindset with a focus on both opportunities and solutions.
- Flexible, stress-resistant, and able to stay on top of chaos.
Your skills & mindset
- Results-driven: You aim high and don’t give up easily.
- Analytical: You use data to make smart decisions.
- Collaborative: You work smoothly across teams and departments.
- Calm under pressure: You keep your cool when the supply chain gets stormy.
What we expect
- At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s level thinking (e.g. Supply Chain, Business Management).
- Experience with tools like Excel, Exact, Shopify, BI tools, or AI-based forecasting.
- Strong understanding of budgets, inventory models, and cash flow.
- Fluent in both Dutch and English.
What we offer
- A key role in a team that’s leading in both design and data.
- Growth opportunities into a leadership role with junior buyers reporting to you.
- An AI-first culture where learning and innovation never stop.
- Market-based salary, depending on your experience.
- Optional international travel to suppliers around the world.
The practical bits
- Start date: As soon as possible
- Languages: Fluent in Dutch & English
- Salary: Market-based
Interested?
Are you the smart, entrepreneurial procurement hero ready to take charge of our supply chain? Then we’d love to meet you.
Apply Now
Email your CV and motivation to martijn@cookandpan.com — this could be your next adventure.
