Lead Buyer

In this role, you ensure that goods and services are available on time, with the right quality and in line with business, procurement and Group objectives. You work in a multi-technical environment, managing procurement projects together with internal and external partners and balancing performance, risk, compliance and innovation.

Your work location: Aartselaar/Braine-l’Alleud.

Zoom on the job:

• contribute to the operationalisation and implementation of the mission, strategy and objectives of Procurement BeLux
• manage and coordinate procurement support for global projects, aligning with other Procurement contributors where required
• act as the central procurement point of contact for projects towards internal customers and other stakeholders
• manage purchase requests in line with purchasing policies and service levels, including market consultation, negotiations and contracting
• mainly handle files above €100k and/or critical files and/or highly complex projects
• apply the strategic sourcing process with early involvement to support sourcing objectives
• analyse categories and markets, including industry, suppliers, contractors and innovations, and map internal needs to determine the appropriate sourcing strategy
• negotiate commercial agreements and formalise arrangements with a focus on added value and risk management
• apply procurement policies and processes to support organisational objectives
• communicate and apply Group and Equans BeLux procurement governance internally and externally
• apply procurement methodology and use procurement tools, supported by Procurement Excellence
• coach and support other buyer or lead buyer profiles where needed
• support initiatives that increase the internal and external visibility of procurement activities
• work towards, monitor and report on savings targets within your scope
• ensure savings are reported in accordance with applicable guidelines
• contribute to the achievement of business and procurement objectives
• report to the Procurement Business Partner Infra

Come as you are, ideally with:

• a master’s degree or equivalent through relevant experience
• more than 5 years of experience in multi-technical environments
• experience in coordinating large procurement projects
• strong procurement knowledge, including negotiations, contracting, financial and cost management, contract and purchasing law
• proficient use of procurement tools
• good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• understanding of business activities within operational entities
• clear communication skills and the ability to align viewpoints in a constructive way
• ability to work smoothly with senior, middle and key stakeholders in diverse or complex environments
• ability to represent the company professionally, internally and externally, including towards suppliers
• fluent spoken and written communication in at least two of the following languages: English, French and Dutch

What if you became Lead Buyer at Equans?

For you this means:

• a market rate salary in line with your education and experience
• interesting training and career opportunities
• group- & hospitalization insurance
• eco & meal vouchers, representation allowance, 13th month, holiday pay
• electrical lease car, bicycle lease plan
• smartphone with subscription, internet fee
• additional paid leave, seniority leave, homeworking
• discounts through Benefits@Work (culture, sports, travel, and more)