Need fast, flexible, and expert purchasing support?
With 30+ years of experience in electronics, ICT, mechatronics and mechanics procurement, I help companies secure components, optimize supply chains, and manage supplier relations — fast and efficiently.
What I Offer
- Strategic purchasing: sourcing electronic components, PCB assemblies, wiring harnesses, embedded systems, and other commodities in Electronics, ICT, Mechatronics, and Mechanics.
- Tactical purchasing: supplier selection, negotiation, cost optimization, and contract management.
- Operational purchasing: quickly stepping in to handle day-to-day purchasing tasks and cover temporary gaps.
- Supplier management: qualifying suppliers, ensuring compliance (RoHS3, REACH, conflict minerals), and securing supply chain continuity.
- New product introduction (NPI) support: procurement from prototype to mass production.
- Cost optimization: strong negotiation skills to drive down costs and improve supplier terms.
- Obsolescence management: proactive handling of end-of-life (EOL) and hard-to-find components.
Experience
- Senior purchasing roles at Esprit ICT (Ooperon), Frencken Mechatronics, Bosch Thermotechniek (Nefit), and Grass Valley.
- Specialized in strategic, tactical, and operational procurement — from supplier strategy to day-to-day purchasing execution.
- Owner of Fast Benelux BV, expert in hard-to-find electronic components.
Why Work With Me?
I bring a rare combination of technical knowledge and procurement leadership.
Used to delivering a lot of work in a short time.
Whether it’s bridging a temporary gap in your purchasing department or strategizing a new sourcing plan, I offer the flexibility and expertise you need.
Who Benefits?
- OEMs developing new electronic products
- Technology startups scaling up production
- Companies facing temporary shortages in purchasing staff
- Organizations needing fast and reliable supply chain support
Rates & Availability
- Freelance/Consultancy rate: €85 per hour
- Availability: 1 month after notice
- Services: Short-term interim operational support to full strategic consultancy
Let’s Work Together
Need short-term interim purchasing support or a long-term sourcing strategy? Let’s talk and find the best solution for your business.
Contact Marcel Bouman
📧 marcel@electrading.eu
📞 +31 6 31303534
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