Senior Buyer
East Flanders
Business Consulting and Support - HR
Work experience: 7-10
Reference number: 92339
Join a dynamic procurement environment where your expertise will be pivotal in facilitating efficiency and clarity during key transitions. We are seeking a motivated professional to make impactful contributions within a team focused on enhancing procurement processes.
You are a talented Senior Buyer with a strong operational background who is ready to address challenges head-on and introduce necessary structure and discipline.
- You ensure continuity of procurement activities during the absence period.
- You bring structure and clarity to procurement processes and documentation.
- You support compliance initiatives, including preparation for NIS2.
- You assist in setting up procurement reporting and KPIs.
- You manage and execute procurement dossiers across various categories and suppliers.
- You support internal stakeholders with supplier selection, price negotiations, and contract management.
- You actively manage supplier relationships and performance.
Your focus on operational excellence will drive success in a collaborative environment.
What are we looking for?
- You have extensive experience as a Senior Buyer or interim procurement consultant.
- You possess a strong background in operational and tactical procurement.
- You have demonstrated ability to bring structure and overview.
- You can set up processes and documentation efficiently.
- You are pragmatic in working within established organizations.
- You have an affinity with compliance-driven environments, with experience in NIS2, ISO, audits, or governance being a strong plus.
- You are self-starting, proactive, and can ramp up quickly.
- You have strong stakeholder and supplier management skills.
- You have at least 7 years in operational and tactical procurement; 7+ years of experience in supplier management.
- You have expertise in contract management, including negotiations and renewals for over 5 years.
- You possess knowledge of procurement reporting and KPI frameworks with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
- You are proficient in Dutch at a native or bilingual level.
- You have professional working proficiency in French and English.
What do we offer?
- Enjoy a competitive salary package with extra perks that recognize your talent.
- Advance your career with a clear growth path, coaching, and mentoring to support you.
- Thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly make an impact.
- Work when and where you perform best, ensuring an optimal work-life balance.
- Choose a flexible transport solution, from a company car to a public transport subscription.
- Expand your network and enjoy unforgettable moments at exclusive events and afterworks.
- Grow your skills with external courses and our in-house Pauwels Academy.
- Work on exciting projects with industry leaders in Life Sciences, Engineering & Digital.
- Seize opportunities at every level, from a strong start to career acceleration and expert collaboration.
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