Strategic Substations Buyer & Category Lead

OneSource Consulting; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OneSource Consulting is seeking a Strategic Buyer for Substations Works in Belgium. The role focuses on managing end-to-end procurement, structuring procedures, and aligning market opportunities with project needs through close cross-functional collaboration.

You will develop category strategies, build market and technical knowledge, and support contract managers with commercial follow-up, including cost negotiations and compliance with contractual terms.

Responsibilities

• Managing procurement process: market publication, bid analysis, negotiations, bid evaluation, and project assignment.
• Lead procurement procedures setup and define project buying strategies based on market knowledge.
• Work with cross-functional teams to translate project needs into market opportunities.
• Develop category strategy and build market/technical expertise for medium-long term direction.
• Support project teams and Contract Managers on commercial and contractual follow-up, including costs negotiation and ensuring compliance.
• Build lasting relationships with contractors in collaboration with Supplier Manager.
• Align with 50Hertz counterpart in Berlin to share insights.
• Share market and category knowledge with internal stakeholders during negotiations.

Job description

OneSource Consulting is seeking a Strategic Buyer for Substations Works in Belgium. The role focuses on managing end-to-end procurement, structuring procedures, and aligning market opportunities with project needs through close cross-functional collaboration.

You will develop category strategies, build market and technical knowledge, and support contract managers with commercial follow-up, including cost negotiations and compliance with contractual terms.