Procurement Officer - Hybrid Public Contracts & Compliance

The College of Europe; West-Vlaanderen; Hybride; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

International working environment

Telework policy (up to 2 days/week)

Telework allowance

Meal vouchers

Transportation allowance

Hospitalisation insurance

Group insurance

Legal holidays + closing days

Résumé du poste

The College of Europe in Bruges invites applications for the Procurement Officer (100% FTE). Based in Bruges and reporting to the Legal Advisor, the officer will manage public procurement procedures, draft specifications, and support contract administration across the College.

We seek a candidate with a law/public administration/economics background, at least 3 years in procurement, and fluency in English and Dutch.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in law, public administration, business management, economics or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in public procurement, purchasing, contract management or a related field.
• A solid understanding of public procurement legislation and procedures.
• Excellent command of English and Dutch; knowledge of French is an asset.
• Experience in drafting technical specifications for works, supply and/or service contracts is considered an asset.
• Full digital literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills, combined with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal or technical information into practical advice.
• A proactive, service-oriented and collaborative approach.
• The ability to work autonomously while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Manage public procurement procedures and framework agreements in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and publish procurement documentation through the relevant eProcurement platforms.
• Draft and review technical specifications, tender documents and related procurement materials.
• Provide practical advice and guidance on public procurement procedures to colleagues.
• Develop and maintain procurement templates, model documents and internal guidance materials.
• Ensure procurement files are complete, accurate and compliant with applicable regulations and internal procedures.
• Support contract administration throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Monitor contract implementation and supplier performance and propose improvements where necessary.
• Stay updated on legal changes and best practices in the field of public procurement.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and tools.

Connaissances

Public procurement experience

Contract management

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Autonomous work

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in law / public administration / business / economics

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

The College of Europe in Bruges invites applications for the Procurement Officer (100% FTE). Based in Bruges and reporting to the Legal Advisor, the officer will manage public procurement procedures, draft specifications, and support contract administration across the College.

We seek a candidate with a law/public administration/economics background, at least 3 years in procurement, and fluency in English and Dutch.