New Product Development & Operations Buyer

Why we are here

Tony's Chocolonely is committed to ending exploitation in cocoa. We are an impact company that makes chocolate, not a chocolate company that makes impact. With incredibly tasty chocolate, we lead by example, demonstrating that ethical practices and success can go hand in hand. Through Tony's Open Chain (TOC), mission allies like Albert Heijn, Ben & Jerry's, Jokolade, and Aldi have embraced a fairer, more transparent supply chain for their chocolate too.

What you will do

We are looking for an NPD & Operations Buyer to join our Procurement team in Amsterdam. In this role, you are the link between creativity and execution: you make sure new products are launched on time, with the right suppliers, at the right cost, and without adding unnecessary complexity. Alongside NPD, you bring structure to procurement data, processes, and supplier interactions in a fast-moving, non-ERP environment. If you thrive on turning product ideas into sourcing reality and love bringing order to creative chaos, this is your role. The position reports to the Procurement Manager, Packaging & Inclusions.

All wrapped up

• Lead end-to-end procurement for NPD: Drive the sourcing process from product idea to first production, translating product requirements into solutions aligned with Procurement strategy and policy.

• Collaborate on supplier selection: Partner with category buyers to select suppliers based on strategic fit, cost, capacity, quality, scalability, and sustainability, with a preference for leveraging the existing supplier network.

• Drive standardization: Challenge unnecessary customization and promote the reuse of existing materials and supplier solutions wherever possible.

• Own procurement data and processes: Build and maintain key procurement master data for NPD and operational activities, and develop simple, scalable tools that improve efficiency across the team.

• Support category buyers: Execute RFQs, supplier onboarding, quote analysis, and order follow-up to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Contribute to cost optimization: Identify savings opportunities, provide input prices for business cases and Tony's Transfer Price, and prepare supplier negotiations with data and market insights.

• Build strong supplier relationships: Act as the main point of contact during NPD projects, ensure clear communication and effective issue resolution, and monitor supplier performance against targets to drive continuous improvement.

Our new flavor

• 1 to 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or operations, ideally in an FMCG or food manufacturing environment.

• Strong project management and coordination skills, with the ability to keep multiple NPD workstreams on track simultaneously.

• Knowledge of (or genuine curiosity about) raw materials, inclusions, packaging, market dynamics, and sustainability trends.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities: you are comfortable turning data into actionable insights even without an ERP system.

• A hands-on, entrepreneurial mentality: you manage ambiguity well and create clarity where needed.

• You build trusted relationships through proactive communication, collaboration, and reliable follow-through.

• High ownership and a "find a way" attitude: you get things done, even when systems and processes are still being built.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing scale-up environment.

• Strong communication skills in English; Dutch is a plus.

• We are all about being more in person than apart; this means we offer flexibility but see each other in the office on average 3 days a week. More is fine too!

• Believe wholeheartedly in Tony's purpose. You live our core values: outspoken, in it together, entrepreneurial, raise the bar, and makes you smile.

Our benefits (the icing on the cake)

At Tony's you will get the opportunity to be part of something extraordinary; first and foremost, by making real impact in the world but also enjoying the nice benefits we provide as you help us succeed. We are dedicated to enabling all Tonys to grow and develop their careers and therefore we offer training programs, regular feedback cycles, coaching and a generous L&D budget. We also offer a wide range of additional benefits, including a luxurious vega-lunch, company bonus, minimum of 28 holidays, inspirational team updates, unforgettable events and unlimited chocolate. But we also know chocolate will not cover the bills, so we have made sure your salary is just as rewarding, for this role that means a salary between 56k - 69k on a yearly basis, including holiday pay.

Sounds like you?

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Look no further! If you are ready to take the chocolate industry to new heights with us, we would love to hear from you! Please send your direct application, no agencies. We can not wait to hear from you!

At Tony's we are convinced that diversity of thought, background and perspectives will make us stronger (...just like the different flavors of our chocolate assortment). Our mission is founded on principles of equity and justice, and we are actively seeking candidates who bring new perspectives and life experiences, especially from underrepresented groups. We look forward to your application!