Assistant Purchaser

Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels

Job Location:

Gorinchem - Netherlands

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22-08-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.

Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels (OSV)

We design and deliver maritime projects for various markets like defense & security public transport offshore and projects are Engineered to Order (ETO). Which means we are involved throughout the project from the commercial phase and building strategy until commissioning delivery and warranty. This makes our work very challenging because the environment is complex and we have a lot of stakeholders. We work in close cooperation with various internal departments (sub)contractors teams on the shipyard and of course the client and her representatives.

We do this with an international team of can-do people that are developing new and innovative technologies and ways to support customers and push for a more sustainable maritime industry.

The role of Assistant Purchaser is within the Supply Chain department of Damen OSV containing the teams Procurement Material Coordination Category Management and Standards & Documentation.

Job Description

Do you like being in contact with suppliers Are you a pro-active and curious team player Do you have an eye for details And can you work both efficiently and effectively; then we have the perfect role for you!

In the role of Assistant Purchaser your goal is to maintain the workflow of procured materials. Your responsibilities include processing order confirmations within our ERP program uploading delivery details and expediting open purchase orders to ensure accurate and timely case of problems you will look for the right solution together with the supplier the purchaser and other internal stakeholders.

Task

Proactively monitor expedite and follow up on procured goods and services from Purchaser Order till delivery at PO destination
Be in contact (by both phone and e-mail) with suppliers about confirmation and delivery reminders
Processing the order confirmations received from our suppliers
Informing the internal organization about deviations in for example delivery planning pricing and delivery terms
Upload detailed delivery information at component level in our system
You look after the agreed way of working and address deviations to internal and external stakeholders to ensure the most efficient processing of information

Skills & Experiences

Minimum of MBO education
Minimum of three years working experience in a supporting administrative or planner role
You get enthusiastic about logistics purchasing and supply chain processes
You do not hesitate to pick up the phone to contact our suppliers so fluent English and Dutchis a must
You have a pro-active curious and commercial attitude
You like to tackle problems at the source
You take full responsibility of your part of the process and keeps an eye out for related process steps

What we offer

At Damen we realize supporting and managing many talented individuals is of great essence. We understand that the key to success is to find the right person for the right job. That is why we continually invest in your development. Damen offers you:

A dynamic international working environment focusing on technology and innovation;
At least 40 days of annual leave;
Profit sharing & pension allowance;
Continuous focus on professional and personal development through our Damen Academy;
An active social environment in terms of business culture events & sports.

Does this position sound like the perfect fit for you If so we would love to hear from you! Please apply by submitting your resume and a motivation letter.

Recruiter:

Bart Spring in t Veld

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We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels (OSV)We design and deliver maritime projects for various markets like defense & security public transport offshore and projects are Engineered to Order (ETO). Which means we are involved throughout the proj...