Category Buyer

Anotech; Seraing; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tzportal seeks a Strategic Buyer in Belgium to develop procurement strategies for large-scale industrial projects. You will source suppliers, run RFIs/RFQs/RFPs, and manage supplier performance to ensure reliability and value creation.

The ideal candidate has a Master or Bachelor in a related field and at least five years of strategic sourcing in EPC or process industries, with strong negotiation skills and proficiency in ERP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Admin, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of strategic sourcing or industrial purchasing.
• Experience in EPC, Energy, Oil & Gas, or process industries.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop a competitive supplier base.
• Lead RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.
• Assess suppliers on quality, cost, delivery, sustainability and HSE.
• Lead negotiations and secure favorable terms.
• Develop and monitor supplier KPIs and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Finance and Project teams.
• Manage supplier performance and risk across projects.

Skills

Supplier negotiations

KPIs management

Cross-functional

MS Office

Stakeholder management

Multicultural environment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

The Strategic Buyer is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies in support of large-scale industrial projects. The role focuses on supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure project success, supply chain reliability, and value creation.

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop a competitive supplier base.
• Lead Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Quotation (RFQ), and Requests for Proposal (RFP).
• Assess suppliers based on Quality, Cost, Delivery (QCD), Sustainability, and HSE performance.
• Participate in supplier qualification programs and audits.
• Develop alternative sourcing strategies to mitigate supply chain risks and improve resilience.

Negotiation and Contract Management

• Prepare and lead commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers.
• Secure optimal commercial terms including pricing, payment terms, warranties, service levels, and delivery conditions.
• Ensure contractual compliance while protecting company interests.
• Manage supplier agreements, framework contracts, and contract renewals.
• Monitor contract execution and ensure proper follow-up through contract closure.
• Strong contract management and negotiation skills are highly desirable.
• Establish and monitor supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Resolve quality, delivery, and commercial issues with suppliers.
• Promote supplier innovation, collaboration, and long-term partnerships.

Cost Management and Value Creation

• Lead cost reduction and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Perform Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analyses.
• Identify opportunities for standardization, value engineering, and alternative sourcing.
• Support budget objectives and profitability targets.
• Contribute to working capital optimization initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and Project Management teams.
• Support internal stakeholders on procurement-related matters.
• Participate in strategic projects and business improvement initiatives.
• Ensure procurement requirements are integrated into project execution plans.
• Contribute to risk management and overall project performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, project procurement, or industrial purchasing.
• Experience in EPC, Energy, Oil & Gas, Process Industries, Manufacturing, or other complex industrial environments is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and sourcing processes.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Experience managing supplier performance and KPIs.
• Understanding of complex project execution environments.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Results-oriented with a proactive mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable working in international and multicultural environments.
• Additional languages are considered an advantage.