Supplier & Framework Agreements Manager

Pauwels Consulting; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pauwels Consulting in Belgium seeks a contract manager to oversee strategic supplier relationships and framework agreements for core electrical equipment within the energy sector. You will coordinate with internal project teams, lead negotiations, and manage contract administration, change control, and risk mitigation.

Occasional travel across Europe is expected. Fluency in English and very good French and Dutch are required, with a master’s degree and at least five years in procurement-related

Qualifications

• Master degree in a technical-commercial field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years in contract/category management and procurement.
• Experience in energy or industrial sector is preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic supplier relationships through meetings and site visits.
• Act as interface for internal stakeholders and project leaders on equipment categories.
• Lead negotiations and resolve contract claims or issues.
• Oversee contract administration, change management, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor performance and drive improvements from experience feedback.
• Coordinate documentation, archiving, and regular contract status reporting.

Skills

Strategic relations

Stakeholder mgmt

Contract negotiations

Procurement strategy

Category management

Risk management

European travel

English fluent

French & Dutch

Education

Master's degree in technical-commercial field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Our client in the energy sector is seeking a professional to manage strategic supplier relationships and framework agreements for core electrical equipment. This role coordinates between external partners and internal project departments to ensure contract performance and successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic supplier relationships through regular status meetings and factory visits.
• Act as the primary interface for internal stakeholders and project leaders regarding equipment categories.
• Lead negotiations and resolve contract claims or unforeseen situations to reach favorable agreements.
• Oversee contract administration, change management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor performance and implement continuous improvement processes based on return of experience.
• Coordinate documentation, archiving, and regular reporting on contract status.

Requirements

• Master degree in a technical-commercial field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management, category management, and strategic procurement.
• Proven background in stakeholder management and account management within the energy or industrial sector.
• Assertive communicator with a solution-oriented mindset and the ability to take initiative.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier sites or factories within Europe.
• You are fluent in English with a very good level of French and Dutch.

Nice to Haves

• Practical knowledge of SAP.
• Familiarity with the energy market.