Senior Strategic Buyer

5+ years of procurement experience in the electronics industry | Hybrid | Antwerp / Amsterdam / Shenzhen 

Make an impact as a Senior Strategic Buyer, where your expertise will shape the future of Loop’s active products. From sourcing high-tech components to negotiating strategic deals, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our active products lead in both quality and innovation. Your contributions will drive the performance of our innovative earwear with technology, helping Loop stay at the forefront of technological advancement while balancing sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

Driving innovation in wearable and hearable technology

As a Senior Strategic Buyer, you will shape the future of our electronic products by strategically sourcing critical components like sensors, Bluetooth modules, and batteries. You’ll work closely with the R&D, engineering, and design teams, ensuring materials meet product requirements while staying within budget. You’ll use your market knowledge to identify the best suppliers, build long-term relationships, and influence our sourcing strategies to drive cost savings and enhance the sustainability of our products. You'll report to Robbert, our Manager Procurement. 

Your other responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth market analysis to evaluate suppliers for electronic components used in hearables and wearables.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with product development timelines.
• Lead negotiations, fostering sustainable partnerships with key suppliers in Asia.
• Manage supplier performance to meet Loop’s quality and delivery standards.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements to adapt sourcing strategies.

How you’ll succeed as a Senior Strategic Buyer

Your ability to analyze market trends, negotiate effectively, and manage supplier relationships will ensure our products are built on the best possible materials. Communication and collaboration across teams will be essential to aligning our procurement with the company’s ambitious goals. You’ll need to bring resilience to meet the challenges of a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, leveraging your expertise to make data-driven decisions that keep Loop ahead of the curve.

These key competences will set you up for success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.
• 5+ years of strategic procurement experience in consumer electronics, wearables, or hearables.
• Proven track record in sourcing components like sensors and MEMS microphones.
• Experience in contract negotiation and supplier management.
• Strong analytical skills for market research and cost analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across global teams.

Location: We're open for candidates close to our office in Antwerp or Amsterdam, or in Shenzhen.