Purchasing Officer

Organization

Croon Caribe is known as a reliable and innovative technical contractor with strong roots in the local communities and strong backup from its parent company. The regional head office in Aruba employs approx. 90 people and is active in Utilities and Industrial projects as well as in Commercial and Residential projects.

On the island of Aruba the service and maintenance department supplies a wide range of technical services, from data and automation to inspections and air conditioning. We are currently looking for a Purchasing Officer.

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Officer to join the team at a leading technical service provider on the island!

  • Create, complete, and verify purchase requests to ensure they are accurate and comprehensive
  • Ensure timely submission of purchase orders to suppliers, following up to guarantee order fulfillment.
  • Implement and manage procurement policies for projects in accordance with established procedures, work instructions, and specifications.
  • Develop and execute effective negotiation strategies with suppliers to secure the best terms in pricing, quality, and delivery timelines.
  • Foster strong relationships with suppliers, continuously optimizing their performance to meet company objectives and project demands.
  • Leverage your market knowledge and experience to support the Operations Manager in shaping and refining procurement strategies.
  • Evaluate and recommend goods and services, ensuring alignment with business needs and project requirements.
  • Analyze market trends and provide valuable insights to support budgeting and strategic purchasing decisions.
  • Prepare and deliver reports and analyses to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts within your designated scope, ensuring optimal value for the organization.
  • Uphold and enforce procurement guidelines related to quality, safety, and sustainability.

Experience

  • Min. associate’s (MBO+) degree in business administration or a related field.
  • Min. 3 years’ experience in a related procurement or purchasing role.
  • Excellent negotiations and communication skills in Dutch and English. Papiamento and Spanish are a plus.
  • Strong understanding of procurement processes and policies.
  • Ability to analyze market trends and supplier performance.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and data analysis tools.
  • Knowledge of industry-specific procurement regulations and best practices.

What we offer

Besides a pleasant working atmosphere, we offer you an attractive salary and excellent fringe benefits for example a laptop and cellphone. We think it is important that you get every opportunity to work on your personal and professional development within the organization. Every Croon Caribe employee has the possibility to gain from the TBI Study Funds; therefore the study of your children is partially funded.

Interested? 

Are you interested in this position? Send an e-mail with your motivation and CV to hr@crooncaribe.com