Tactical Category Buyer
in this versatile role, you are responsible for the tactical procurement of a wide and dynamic assortment within our categories meat, fish, rice, and bakery products.
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This job advert was originally written in Dutch.
A valid CE driver's license
A valid Code 95
You have a good command of Dutch and/or German
You find it no problem to drive multi-day international trips
You are independent, responsible, and know how to get things done
Working with us means working in a growing, healthy international organization where lines are short and the atmosphere is open. In your role, you get the chance to make a real impact with your ideas and expertise. There is plenty of room to share your opinion and, even more importantly: things are actually done with what you contribute. Together with a close-knit and committed team, you work towards great results.
Based on your knowledge, experience, and background, we determine the exact grading within the relevant salary scale
No less than 29 vacation days. From age 35, you receive an extra vacation day every 5 years. Have you not been sick for an entire year? Then you receive 3 extra vacation days
A good pension scheme in which we take 60% of the premium
€250 annual budget to support an initiative, association, or charity of your choice
Room to grow: we stimulate your development through training and career advancement opportunities. You also have unlimited access to the online learning platform GoodHabitz
We find vitality important: exercise with a discount and benefit from our bicycle plan
And last but not least: you receive a 20% discount on all our products
Based in Landgraaf, you will go out as an international driver CE with Asian food products. You will drive through various European countries, such as Germany, Austria, and Slovenia, but also through the Benelux. You transport all sorts of things: from dry products to chilled and frozen goods.
You drive international trips from our base in Landgraaf
You deliver orders correctly and on time to customers
You handle distribution, primarily in city centers
You register returns and packaging
You have contact with customers and our transport planning
You ensure that your trips are carried out safely and according to agreement
You take good care of the equipment and the products you transport
You drive with modern and well-maintained equipment and have the space during your trips to schedule your runs as conveniently as possible. You visit various customers and have regular contact with planning. Because of this, no trip is the same and the work remains nicely varied.
A major advantage of this position is that you are in principle back home on Friday. So your weekends are simply for yourself.
What will you do?
You work much independently and are your own boss on the road, but of course, you are not alone. Our planners and experienced drivers are ready for you when needed.
Experience as an international driver is a nice advantage, but not a hard requirement. We look primarily at who you are and whether this job suits you. Naturally, your colleagues will help you get started, and you will get to know the routes, customers, and working methods better and better.
Heuschen & Schrouff is the leading importer and distributor of authentic Asian food and non-food products in Europe. From Landgraaf (the Netherlands), we represent more than 65 top Asian brands, such as YumYum and Flying Goose, and have strong private label concepts such as Golden Turtle for Chefs. Additionally, we offer Private Label concepts. We do this with a team of more than 450 colleagues, 45 trucks on the road, and a diverse customer base ranging from ethnic toko's and wholesalers to retail, foodservice, and industry. We also have our own e-commerce platform.
We are a healthy, growing company, driven by the rising popularity of our products. That growth requires smart choices and more efficient processes, and you can actively contribute to that. With us, you will not end up in a world full of rules or bureaucratic structures. On the contrary: we value fresh ideas, personal initiative, and innovation. You will get all the space to think along and help build the future.
We do not appreciate acquisition in response to this vacancy. Unsolicited profiles or offers will not be processed and do not entitle you to any compensation.
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