REQ ID
98481
POSTED
Jun 1, 2026
FUNCTION
Procurement
LOCATION
Amsterdam, NH, NL, 1082 VA
Procurement Global category buyer - Raw Materials
We are looking for an exceptional Raw Materials Buyer to join our team. In this role, you will partner with internal teams and suppliers to ensure reliable sourcing of raw materials while supporting business needs and delivering value through effective purchasing decisions.
THE ROLE
OPTIMIZE, ENABLE, INNOVATE!
As our Raw Materials Buyer, you play a critical role in analyzing internal needs, securing supply solutions, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment between purchasing activities and business requirements.
You will be reporting to the Global Category Senior manager - Raw Materials, and you will manage:
Stakeholder & cross-functional collaboration:
Collaborate with planning, product development, quality, and manufacturing teams
Act as focal point for Purchasing with internal teams
Align internal requirements with supply solutions
Support coordination across functions to meet supply demand
Supplier management & negotiation:
Prospect, evaluate, qualify, and certify suppliers
Build and maintain partnerships with strategic suppliers
Conduct price, payment term, delivery condition, and contract negotiations
Collaborate to improve payment terms with suppliers
Strategic purchasing & value delivery:
Prepare budgets and quarterly reviews based on market information and analysis
Monitor market trends for commodities and inputs
Define short-, medium-, and long-term plans for managed categories
Lead cost and lead time reduction projects
Manage purchasing processes, contracts, and KPI reporting
YOU ARE A COTY FIT
As a purchasing professional with analytical and strategic capabilities, you thrive in a fast-paced and diverse environment. You are organized, proactive, and communicative.
Previous experience in purchasing, preferably in industrial, cosmetic, or related sector
Knowledge of raw materials used in the cosmetic industry and quality requirements
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Analytical capacity and strategic thinking
Ability to make decisions and manage unforeseen events
Familiarity with purchasing systems (ERP, purchasing tools)
Detail-oriented and organized
Commitment to sustainability and socio-environmental responsibility
If you’re ready to support and shape the future of beauty, we want you on our team!
WHAT WE OFFER
This is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.
Coty’s global omni-working policy provides the option to work up to 50% of your month remotely.
We believe that a more flexible philosophy of remote working will give everyone the freedom to choose what works for their individual circumstances and empower them to always perform at their best.
ABOUT US
Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you’re the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we’d love to hear from you.
Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self.
