Technical Buyer

INEOS Belgium; Antwerpen; Hybride; EUR 65 000 - 98 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Lease car

Health insurance

Flexible income plan

Additional leave days

Résumé du poste

INEOS Belgium is seeking a Technical Buyer to ensure cost-effective procurement for the O&P EU Belgian Sites. You will manage RFx events, lead negotiations, and support CAPEX/REVEX activities to maintain plant operations and governance.

The role requires 3+ years in industrial procurement, SAP and MS Office proficiency, and fluent Dutch and English, with French/German as a plus. Join a global leader in petrochemicals with a strong HSSE focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Engineering, Business, or equivalent.
• 3+ years' procurement experience in industrial environments.
• Experience with RFx execution, negotiations and P2P processes.
• CIPS/CPSM certifications are advantageous.
• Fluent Dutch and English; French/German beneficial.

Responsabilités

• Source to Contract: challenge specs, structure stakeholder input, manage RFx, prepare negotiations, document outcomes.
• Procure to Pay: align deliverables with contracts, create POs in SAP, monitor deliveries and supplier performance.
• HSSE: apply INEOS HSSE policies, support qualifications and evaluations, ensure safe supplier operations.

Connaissances

RFx execution

Negotiations

P2P processes

HSSE compliance

Dutch & English fluency

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Procurement / related field

CIPS/CPSM certification

Outils

SAP MM

MS Office

GEP

Description du poste

INEOS is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, specialty chemicals and oil products, with revenues of around $60 billion. It comprises 36 businesses, each with a substantial heritage in the chemical industry. The production network spans 194 sites in 29 countries worldwide, employing around 21,000 people.

Our O&P Europe business unit, is responsible for the development and growth of the High Density Polyethylene and Polypropylene markets for INEOS.
For our procurement service team (Lillo, Geel and Neder-Over-Heembeek), we are looking for a Technical Buyer.

About the role

• Ensures efficient, compliant, reliable and cost-effective supply of goods and services for the O&P EU Belgian Sites by executing sourcing activities, managing RFx events, coordinating supplier interactions, and ensuring accurate and timely procurement processes
• Acting as Material Group Champion and single point of contact for lower-complexity and lower-criticality categories
• Provides operational procurement support for CAPEX, REVEX and TAR activities, ensuring business continuity and contributing to safe, efficient and reliable plant operations
• Ensures full compliance with INEOS Policies, processes, procedures and procurement Governance and legal requirements

Responsibilities

Source to Contract

• Challenge specifications, scopes of work and requirements to support cost-effective sourcing
• Collect and structure input from stakeholders for technical and commercial bid comparisons
• Execute RFx processes (RFI/RFQ/RFP) following the provided procurement strategy including preparation, issuing, communication with bidders and coordination of evaluations
• Execute and support negotiations by preparing data, identifying deviations, and ensuring complete documentation
• Act as the recognised knowledge owner and go-to specialist for assigned material groups
• Ensure supplier pre-qualification, HSSE checks and risk assessments are performed according to procedures
• Negotiate commercial and contractual terms to secure best-value outcomes

Procure to Pay (P2P)

• Align procurement deliverables with contracting schedules and budgets
• Ensure timely creation and follow-up of purchase orders and contracts in SAP
• Follow up deliveries, resolve issues, coordinate with the warehouse and stakeholders to ensure business continuity
• Support contract drafting, reviews and renewals by collecting information and preparing documentation
• Follow up supplier performance, escalation issues, and coordinate corrective actions
• Monitor savings, supplier KPIs and working capital impacts
• Monitor contract execution, expiry dates, service levels and compliance with HSSE and contractual requirements

HSSE Responsibilities

• Apply and embed INEOS HSSE policies in all procurement activities
• Support supplier and contractor HSSE qualification and performance evaluations
• Contribute to the safe execution of work by suppliers supporting critical site activities

Profile

Level of education & experience

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or equivalent by experience
• Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM or equivalent) are an advantage
• 3+ years' experience in Procurement in an industrial environment or the (petro)chemical industry
• Experience with RFx execution, operational negotiations and P2P processes
• Demonstrated delivery of cost improvements and strong governance compliance

Technical skills

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and procedures
• Ability to execute complete RFx cycles and prepare bid comparisons
• Understanding of technical equipment, materials and services in a chemical plant context
• SAP MM and MS Office proficiency; GEP is a plus
• Fluent in Dutch and English; French/German beneficial
• Communicates clearly, concisely and confidently with different audiences and uses facts and data to strengthen messages
• Makes balanced decisions based on evidence, business impact and HSSE requirements
• Builds constructive, trust-based relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, even in challenging situations
• Works proactively, structured and reliably under changing priorities or time pressure
• Acts with integrity, resilience and a strong compliance mindset

What we offer

A challenging role in a stimulating and technologically advanced environment that ranks among the absolute world leaders in its sector. This naturally comes with a competitive compensation package. This position is classified within a salary scale with a gross annual salary between € 65.126 and € 97.696 (incl. year-end bonus and holiday pay). Positioning within this scale is based on relevant professional experience, technical expertise, specialization, and the scope and complexity of responsibilities.

Possible additional benefits include:

• Option of a lease car ór company car (depending on work location).
• Extensive health insurance for you and your family.
• A flexible income plan.
• 20 statutory leave days, 10 public holidays, plus additional days such as ADV days and CAO days.
• Flexible working hours to ensure work-life balance.
• All the tools you need to do your job well, such as a laptop, phone, and subscription.

INEOS is committed to diversity and inclusion in recruitment. We look for talent regardless of gender, age, origin, background, or belief — reflecting the diverse society we operate in.

Job Details

• Location Antwerp, Belgium
• Discipline Procurement
• Type Full-time
• Business INEOS Belgium