Procurement Administrator in a Creative, Inclusive Office
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Job Type: Part-time (24-32 hours)
Company Overview:
Stephen & Penelope is a queer-owned retail and e-commerce company that has been thriving in the heart of Amsterdam for 15 years. We specialize in delivering exceptional yarn and crafting products, and we pride ourselves on our superior products, excellent service quality, and innovative approach to business.
Job Overview:
How would you like to buy yarn for a living?
Are you a friendly, self-motivated, enthusiastic person? Are you looking for a long-term job working amongst creative and friendly crafters? Do you have an interest or experience in knitting or crochet?
We are a busy retail yarn company looking for an experienced team member to work within our busy Procurement team which purchases all of the products we sell.
If you know the difference between worsted and DK, like problem-solving, and are keen to be part of a dynamic team, then we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
· Liaising with suppliers
· Building purchase orders
· Placing orders for products through various websites
· Maintaining great relationships within the crafting community
· Performing weekly quality checks on all orders placed
Qualifications and Skills:
· Proficient English (written and spoken)
· Tidy, precise, and detail-oriented
· Excellent communication & organisational skills
· Good knowledge of yarn and the crafting industry
· Familiar with Mac and Microsoft Office
· MUST have an interest in knitting or crochet
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
· Be part of a diverse and ultra-inclusive environment.
· Join a creative, dynamic, and collaborative team.
· Enjoy opportunities for professional development and growth.
· Benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package.
Who We’re Looking For:
We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated professional who is excited about the opportunity to grow their career in procurement. If you enjoy working in a creative setting and supporting a team that values your contributions, we’d love to hear from you!
Join Us:
Stephen & Penelope is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage those from LGBTQIA and underrepresented communities to apply. Please note that applications from outside the Netherlands or individuals with a commute longer than 45 minutes will not be considered.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter. Applications can be sent to recruitment@stephenandpenelope.com with the subject line “Procurement Administrator – [Your Name]”.
Application Deadline:
Please ensure your application is submitted by August 23rd. Interviews will be scheduled within a few days from this deadline.
Apply now to join the Stephen & Penelope team!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: €13,68 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week
Application Question(s):

• Why would you like to work at Stephen & Penelope?
• Are you a knitter or crocheter? If so, explain your experience?

Work authorization:

• Nederland (Preferred)

Location:

• 1016 KJ Amsterdam Centrum (Required)

Work Location: In person