buyer

As a Buyer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining procurement strategies for assigned product and service categories. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to lead complex procurement projects and optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Your responsibilities include:

• Defining and communicating category strategies in consultation with internal clients
• Managing the sourcing process (RFx) in line with defined strategies to maximize value
• Translating internal client needs into specific requirements and contracts
• Selecting and negotiating with suppliers, and managing contracts within established guidelines
• Evaluating and following up on existing suppliers in collaboration with internal clients
• Actively tracking trends and developments in the market to support strategic decisions

• Master’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in (project) procurement
• Experience in project management and strategic procurement of professional services, with an affinity for IT projects
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with proven experience in stakeholder management
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of cost analysis
• Language proficiency: fluent in English, with a good command of either French or Dutch

For this position, we offer an attractive salary with the following benefits:

• Group & hospitalisation insurance
• 7 euros meal voucher per working day
• Reimbursement km or company car 
• Monthly allowance (80 euros net per month)
• A 13th month
• Training

A rate as a freelancer is also possible.