Expert Lead Buyer Contract Management
We are looking for a Expert Lead Buyer Contract Management (Brussels).
In this job you ensure that the goods and services needed by the companies of Equans BeLux are provided in time, with the right quality, and in alignment with the business and procurement targets including Group strategy, while mitigating the risks, respecting the Group HSE, ethical and CSR principles and capturing innovation.
Your main accountabilities:
- mission, strategy & objectives setting:
- contribute to the operationalization and implementation of the mission, strategy and objectives setting of Procurement BeLux
- contract management:
- manage a portfolio of (frame work) agreements with contracted suppliers within appointed purchasing categories
- manage extensions, re-negotiations for the portfolio of (frame work) agreements to ensure they are kept up to date throughout the life cycle of the agreement
- maintain information in the contract database
- identification of new potential (additional savings, reducing risks, efficient process) via the contracting of non-contracted key suppliers within appointed purchasing categories
- align with category owner at Procurement to ensure an aligned strategy and execution
- support & escalation related to ‘End of Year Bonus’ activities
- communication of agreements to internal business (end users) via the appropriate channels
- act as moderator in discussions between internal clients and suppliers
- collaborate with other Procurement teams to ensure contract management in line with procurement governance (e.g. negotiate catalogs with supplier and inform analyst for upload)
- understand and know the categories and markets (industry, suppliers, contractors, innovations,…) and the internal needs (specifications, etc.) in order to translate the organizational needs in the most adequate agreements with suppliers
- policies, processes, governance & organization:
- apply the proper procurement policies and processes in order to achieve the goals set for the organization
- communicate and apply Group and Equans BeLux procurement governance throughout the organization and towards internal and external stakeholders
- methodology & tools:
- apply procurement methodology and use procurement tools (supported by Procurement Excellence)
- coaching:
- coach other (lead) buyer profiles (where relevant/needed)
- marketing:
- support to increase the visibility of the procurement activity and organization (internal and external)
- targets & savings:
- work towards, follow-up and report on procurement savings targets in your scope
- ensure that the savings are reported according to the required guidelines
- contribute to delivery of business and procurement targets
Your roles:
- Subject Matter Expert (SME):
- develop and maintain expertise (market knowledge, innovations,…) in one or more procurement (sub)categories
- support other roles (CM, PPL, CLB,…) where recommended with your (category) expertise
- manage main negotiations in your domain
- support category activities in line with Group requirements (activities are defined by Equans Group and aligned with Equans BeLux)
- Global Category Lead Buyer (GCLB):
- manage category in line with Group requirements
- geographical scope is broader than BeLux
- Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM):
- apply the SRM governance to suppliers within your scope
- manage supplier (relationship) reviews (where reviews are required) (including up-to-date supplier card,…)
You report to the Head of Procurement Contract Management.
What do you need to be successful in this function?
- university master’s degree or equivalent by relevant experience
- minimum >7 years’ experience in multi-technical domains
- experience in leading large procurement projects
- expert procurement skills and knowledge: negotiation, contracting, financial and cost management, contracts and purchase law
- proficiency in procurement tools
- proficiency in Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- good understanding of the business deployed in the operational entities
- ability to formally represent the company internally and externally (towards suppliers,…)
- very good communication & influencing skills
- proficiency (verbal and written) in minimum two of the following languages: English, French and Dutch
Want to tackle tomorrow’s multi-technical challenges with us?
Then join our experts in the various innovative and exciting projects of Equans. You get the opportunity to use your technical skills as well as to discover cutting-edge technologies and help customers in the 3 major transitions of today: the energy transition, the industrial transition and the digital transition.
Joining Equans is more than that! You also get:
- a competitive salary in line with your education and experience
- interesting training and career opportunities
- group-, hospitalization insurance
- eco & meal vouchers, representation allowance
- concessionary travel, lease car (with fuel card)
- smartphone with subscription, laptop, internet fee
- additional paid leave, homeworking
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Are you interested in this position and do you have questions? Please contact our HR colleague Bryan Barnes – bryan.barnes@external.equans.com
Buyer
We are currently looking for a Buyer for our Procurement Operations team working transversally on all Equans Belux entities.
In this role you work on site at one of our offices in Aartselaar, Zwijndrecht, Braine l'Alleud, Fleurus or Brussels and you also have the option of working from home 2 days a week.
Your main focus in this job is the purchase of goods and services between 10.000€ and 100.000€ (service level 3), that require an intervention of Procurement in the final stage. You ensure goods and services needed by the different companies and operational teams of Equans BeLux are provided in time, of the right quality and in alignment with the performance objectives and Group strategy. You mitigate risks while respecting the Group ethical, safety and sustainable development principles and capturing innovation.
Some of your key tasks:
- manage purchasing requests in line with purchasing policy and service levels
- actively source and manage competition where needed
- negotiate new and existing offers
- ensure delivery of business and procurement targets
- advise operational teams on making purchasing decisions and vender selection
- liaise with a multitude of internal and external stakeholders
What do you need to be successful in this job?
- at least a few years of prior experience of working in purchasing, in a similar position. Or you recently obtained your master’s degree and want to gain your first professional experience
- knowledge of SAP is required, or on the job training will be offered
- you possess excellent negotiation skills
- you have a win/win and positive mindset
- you are a communicative team player who is service minded and focused on providing support and advice
- you are fully proficient in Dutch or French and, if possible, have working proficiency in French or Dutch. Some proficiency in English is a bonus
Want to tackle tomorrow’s multi-technical challenges with us?
Then join our experts in the various innovative and exciting projects of Equans. You get the opportunity to use your technical skills as well as to discover cutting-edge technologies and help customers in the 3 major transitions of today: the energy transition, the industrial transition and the digital transition.
Joining Equans is more than that! You also get:
- a competitive salary in line with your education and experience
- interesting training and career opportunities
- group-, hospitalization insurance
- eco & meal vouchers, 13th month, holiday pay
- lease car (with fuel card)
- smartphone with subscription, laptop, internet fee
- additional paid leave, seniority leave, homeworking
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Are you interested in this position and do you have questions? Please contact our HR colleague Bryan Barnes - bryan.barnes@external.equans.com
Purchase Administrator
We are currently looking for a Purchase Administrator for the Procurement Operations team working transversally on all Equans Belux entities.
In this role you work on site at one of our offices in Aartselaar, Zwijndrecht, Braine l'Alleud, Fleurus or Brussels and you also have the option of working from home 2 days a week.
Your main focus in this job is the purchase of goods and services until 10.000€ (service level 2) that require limited negotiations. You ensure goods and services needed by the different companies and operational teams of Equans BeLux are provided in time, are of the right quality and in alignment with the performance objectives and Group strategy.
Some of your key tasks:
- manage purchase requests and convert them into purchase orders
- perform limited negotiations with suppliers while preparing purchase orders
- vendor management (Vendor administration, Sudoca,…)
- other operation support tasks
- advise operational teams on making purchasing decisions and vender selection
- liaise with a multitude of internal and external stakeholders
What do you need to be successful in this job?
- a few years of prior experience of working in purchasing, in a similar position is a bonus but not a must
- knowledge of SAP (or willing to learn)
- excellent administrative skills
- team player, communicative
- win/win and positive mindset
- service minded and focused on providing support and advice
- fully proficient in Dutch or French and, if possible, working proficiency in French or Dutch. Some proficiency in English is a bonus
Want to tackle tomorrow’s multi-technical challenges with us?
Then join our experts in the various innovative and exciting projects of Equans. You get the opportunity to use your technical skills as well as to discover cutting-edge technologies and help customers in the 3 major transitions of today: the energy transition, the industrial transition and the digital transition.
Joining Equans is more than that! You also get:
- a competitive salary in line with your education and experience
- interesting training and career opportunities
- group-, hospitalization insurance
- eco & meal vouchers, 13th month, holiday pay
- smartphone with subscription, laptop, internet fee
- additional paid leave, seniority leave, homeworking
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Are you interested in this position and do you have questions? Please contact our HR colleague Bryan Barnes - bryan.barnes@external.equans.com
Area Sales Manager
Join our dynamic and innovative team, where you can thrive as an Area Sales Manager. Located in Grimbergen, Belgium, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge induction bending technology used in pipeline construction.
With a global customer base, you'll enjoy a fast-paced environment, challenging projects, and the opportunity to ensure market development activities within a defined geographical area. Your role will be crucial in strengthening our company's position in the market as you exceed sales objectives while staying within budgets and aligning with department objectives.
You ensure the acquisition and follow-up of industrial customers within a specific area, according to the department’s commercial strategy, in order to maximize sales revenues as well as profit margin.
In this role:
- business development & promotion:
- you ensure market development, prospection and promotional activities within identified area
- sector: oil & gas, refineries and petrochemical, nuclear, offshore wind ...
- market intelligence:
- you analyze and monitor the market/competition landscape
- you stay alert to potential opportunities and share with colleagues/ internal stakeholders
- account management:
- you manage key accounts within portfolio (identify current and potential needs, solve issues, promote products, assist on contracts)
- sales process:
- together with the price estimator you prepare and review technical and commercial offers for your clients, negotiate and follow-up on them
- you work in close contact with planning, quality and production department
- sales action planning & follow-up:
- together with the Sales Manager, you translate the strategic objectives into action plans in order to reach the sales targets
- you plan, implement and follow-up on commercial activities
Are you our Area Sales Manager?
- you have a technical or economic bachelor's degree
- you have at least five years' experience in project sales
- specific knowledge of the oil & gas industry is considered a plus
- you are analytical, cope well with stress and can work to strict deadlines
- you are a team player and passionate about sales
- you are driven and enthusiastic
- you are prepared to travel frequently (approx. 1 week per month)
- you speak Dutch, French and English, and are a good communicator and negotiator
Equans is the benchmark in innovative multi-technical facilities and services for the infrastructure, construction, industry, energy and oil & gas sectors. Its expertise covers a wide range of disciplines, including electricity, instrumentation, mechanical engineering, piping, automation and maintenance. Equans and its subsidiaries in Belgium and Luxembourg together have more than 9.000 employees who contribute towards the energy, digital and industrial transition.
Equans operates worldwide with a combined workforce over 75.000 employees and is part of the French Bouygues Group, employing over 200.000 employees.
Want to tackle tomorrow’s multi-technical challenges with us?
Then join our experts in the various innovative and exciting projects of Equans. You get the opportunity to use your technical skills as well as to discover cutting-edge technologies and help customers in the 3 major transitions of today: the energy transition, the industrial transition and the digital transition.
Joining Equans is more than that! You also get:
- a competitive salary in line with your education and experience
- interesting training and career opportunities
- group- & hospitalization insurance
- eco & meal vouchers, representation allowance
- concessionary travel, lease car (with fuel card), parking, bicycle lease plan
- smartphone with subscription, laptop, internet fee
- additional paid leave
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Does this description fit you and would you like more information? Contact our HR colleague Savannah Koslowski - 02 371 19 52 - savannah.koslowski@external.equans.com - https://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahkoslowski