Northern Europe Unit Procurement Lead

The Brink’s Company; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global secure logistics firm is seeking a Northern Europe Unit Lead based in Brussels, Belgium. This pivotal role involves adapting procurement strategies for the Northern European market while ensuring compliance with EU regulations. The position requires strong experience in supplier management and sourcing execution across multiple countries. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and 8-12 years of relevant experience. The role offers opportunities for collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
• Strong knowledge of Northern European supply markets.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Shape local procurement strategies to align with global direction.
• Build supplier partnerships across Northern Europe.
• Drive sourcing execution and risk management.

Connaissances

Procurement expertise

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-cultural communication

Regulatory compliance

Market analysis

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Master's degree (preferred)

Outils

Procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, SAP)

Description du poste

About Brink's

The Brink's Company (NYSE:BCO) is a global leader in secure logistics, cash and valuables management, digital retail solutions, and ATM managed services. For over 160 years, our name has been synonymous with trust, security, and innovation. Today, we proudly serve financial institutions, retailers, government agencies, mints, jewelers, and businesses in over 100 countries through an extensive network of operations in 51 countries.

At Brink's, our mission is simple yet powerful: we protect and enable commerce so businesses can thrive, economies can grow, and communities can flourish. We believe success happens when we work together, leveraging different perspectives and building a culture where every employee feels respected, included, and empowered to contribute.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Northern Europe Unit Lead to join our team in Brussels, Belgium. In this pivotal role, you will adapt global procurement strategies to the realities of the Northern European market, ensuring compliance with EU and local regulations, leveraging regional supply markets, and partnering with business leadership to deliver value at the market unit level. You will be responsible for driving sourcing execution, supplier performance, and risk management across Belgium, the Netherlands, Ireland, Czech Republic and the Baltic countries.

Key Responsibilities

• Shape local execution of procurement strategies, ensuring alignment with global category direction and local business needs.
• Build and manage strong supplier partnerships across Northern Europe, including logistics, cash management, security services, technology, and indirect categories.
• Deliver sustainable value and cost savings, supporting Brink's procurement strategy and operational excellence in the region.

Strategic Leadership & Business Impact

• Serve as the procurement business partner to Market Unit leadership, aligning sourcing priorities with business objectives and operational plans for Northern Europe.
• Adapt and execute global category strategies to fit market unit requirements, local regulations, and supply market conditions.
• Provide market and regulatory intelligence to inform sourcing and category decisions, including monitoring changes in EU and local law, labor requirements, and supplier risk.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with business leaders and cross-functional teams (Operations, Finance, Legal, Security, IT) to ensure sourcing strategies address local needs and operational goals.
• Lead sourcing, contracting, and supplier negotiations where local nuances, language, or regulatory requirements are critical.
• Capture business demand and drive adoption of sourcing playbooks and best practices across the Northern Europe market.

Performance Metrics & Accountability

• Value Delivery: Savings vs. target, cost avoidance, local supply opportunities captured
• Compliance & Risk: % Policy adherence, contract compliance, local regulatory compliance, supplier risk incidents
• Operational Performance: Timely execution of sourcing events, P2P cycle times, adoption of Coupa/SynOps processes

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Identify and elevate regional risks, opportunities, and innovations to Market and Category Leaders.
• Promote continuous improvement through proactive engagement with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Drive supplier diversity, sustainability, and digitalization initiatives tailored to the Northern Europe market.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• 8-12 years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles with proven success leading local or regional sourcing projects in Northern Europe.
• Strong knowledge of Northern European supply markets, regulations, and supplier landscapes.
• Demonstrated expertise in sourcing execution, negotiation, contracting, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate across functions, cultures, and languages to achieve business objectives.
• Experience ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with global procurement standards.
• Skilled in cross-cultural communication and partnership within complex organizational structures.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and tools (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, SAP, or similar).
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate market insights into actionable sourcing strategies.
• Strong commitment with demonstrated experience in fostering inclusive teams.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in French, Dutch, or a Nordic language is a strong plus.

Team Member Characteristics

• Take Ownership: Deliver results with excellence and hold yourself accountable.
• Collaborate Boldly: Partner across teams and regions to solve complex challenges.
• Stay Curious: Continuously seek opportunities to learn, improve, and innovate.
• Deliver with Integrity: Build trust by prioritizing safety, security, and ethical decision-making.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Relocation assistance is available within Belgium or globally for eligible candidates.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Flexibility to work across different time zones to support global efforts.