If you're looking to join a company with a dynamic vision for the future, set your sights on a challenging career with Nikon Metrology. We develop a wide range of measurement systems for dimensional quality control deployed worldwide in automotive, aerospace, and other manufacturing industries.We are looking for an enthusiastic Business Support Administrator based in Leuven, Belgium.What is your role?The Business Support Administrator will be responsible to ensure the effective and efficient execution of purchasing and administrative support processes, to maintain strong relationships with sales, service, and procurement stakeholders. The role is also responsible for compliance, process improvement, and ensuring continuity through backup arrangements.What are your key areas of responsibility?Purchasing & Procurement SupportExecute and update the daily MRP process;
Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now.create and manage purchase orders (MRP-driven/manual).Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely order confirmations and accurate delivery information.Maintain and update delivery dates in Navision;monitor open orders andensure commitments are met.Check supplier availability and lead times before placing orders.Actively contribute to keeping purchasing procedures up to date and aligned with best practices.Stakeholder Communication & CollaborationMaintain clear and proactive communication with other departments, managing expectations and promoting collaboration.Ensure the Order Processing team has full visibility of all open orders.Set clear expectations and provide effective communication with stakeholders.Project & Business SupportParticipate in project planning and procedure development to support the sales team.Facilitate workshops and perform time checks as required.Support the Procurement Coordinator in purchasing and procurement process tasks.Compliance & ControlsIdentify and address process deficiencies;maintain adequate records.Support an effective internal control environment by following up on audit recommendations and sharing key policies with the team.Ensure compliance with company standards and delegated authorities.Backup & ContinuityTake personal responsibility for arranging backup during absences, ensuring proper handover and continuity of critical tasks.Continuous ImprovementProactively suggest and drive improvements to existing procedures.Stay informed about relevant business and technology developments.What are your ancillary responsibilities?Able to plan your work individuallyCome with ideas to improve existing proceduresproblem solving is a mustWhat are your required qualifications and competencies?QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience.Proficiency in English and Dutch;French or German is an advantage.Strong PC skills (Excel, Outlook, Word).Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.CompetencesStrong ownership and accountability.Proactive and solution-oriented.Effective communicator and collaborator.Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Commitment to compliance and process optimizationWhy Nikon Metrology?At Nikon Metrology, our success is achieved by our employees. Clearly defined common goals, objectives, and priorities, create a foundation to work with pride and confidence. Our employees highly value the supportive and collaborative working environment and we share our passion for technology and innovation.Interested?Do you see yourself as our new Business Support Administrator? xjsrcvq Please send your CV and letter of motivation toWe look forward to your application!