Strategic Technical Buyer

Tasks:

• Build and maintain a network of reliable and financially stable suppliers.
• Strive for continuous total cost reductions.
• Identify opportunities to optimize the Supply Chain process.
• Ensure that standards for product quality, delivery reliability, safety and environment are met consistently by implementing service level agreements and supplier performance management.
• Develop strong relationships with the DEME technical departments (vessel and projects)
• Build bridges between your diverse internal customers.
• Manage and guide high value technical purchases.
• Participate in cross functional teams that work on continuous improvements and sourcing projects.
• Ensure compliance with sourcing procedures and contracts.
• Take the lead when structural operational issues arise.
• Act quickly and decisively when issues require an immediate solution.
• Report to the purchasing manager.

Profile:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial science, or commercial engineering.
• Have a minimum of 5 years relevant experience (technical buying or sales : machine parts, services, marine parts, …. ).
• Have a good practical knowledge of MS Office (excel, ..).
• Can work independently and are flexible and dynamic.
• Are fluent in English. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.
• Are willing to work in the DEME Head Office ( Belgium – Zwijndrecht ).
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Have excellent negotiating and convincing skills.
• Are customer oriented.
• Have an entrepreneurial spirit and drive for results.
• Are an energetic teamplayer and have a positive ‘hands on’ attitude’.

Offer:

• Opportunities to develop your career in a competitive multinational environment in Belgium, as well as abroad.
• Working in close cooperation with a team of motivated colleagues.
• Top quality education and training opportunities.
• A competitive salary with extra-legal benefits.