Procurement Officer - Pharma Sector

The Junior Purchaser/Planner provides operational and administrative support to the planning and procurement functions within the distribution center.

Client Details

An organisation in the industrial and manufacturing industry, located in Wavre, specialising in the pharma sector.

Description

1. Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support - Planning & Purchasing

• Prepare and process purchase orders (POs) in the ERP system
• Maintain and update planning and purchasing data (items, suppliers, pricing, lead times)
• Support the maintenance of inventory records and planning files

Order & Supplier Coordination

• Follow up with suppliers to confirm order receipt, delivery dates, and quantities
• Track purchase orders and escalate delays or discrepancies
• Support communication with suppliers regarding documentation and delivery coordination
• Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies with finance

Inventory & Logistics Support

• Help monitor stock levels and flag potential shortages or excess inventory
• Support coordination of inbound shipments with logistic team
• Assist in tracking inbound deliveries vs planning commitments

A successful Junior Purchaser should have:

• A strong background in procurement and supply chain management, ideally within the pharma or manufacturing sector.
• A degree in Business, Economics, Logistics...
• Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and market analysis.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.