Global Commodity Buyer: Strategic Sourcing

Vaillant Group Belgium; Bilecik Merkez; On-site; TRY 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid model

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Vaillant Group Belgium is seeking a procurement professional to lead international sourcing strategies for Trading Goods, collaborating with global teams to ensure cost efficiency and high quality. You will manage supplier relationships and coordinate cross-functional procurement activities.

The role requires 6–8 years in purchasing, a university degree, and fluent English. A hybrid work model and opportunities to contribute to global projects are offered.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 6–8 years of professional experience in purchasing.
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement processes, cost analysis, and negotiation techniques.
• Business fluency in English.
• Strong analytical thinking, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills, with autonomy and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop international sourcing strategies and ensure cost-effective, high-quality procurement of Trading Goods across Vaillant Group.
• Collaborate with international teams and suppliers to support product launches, supply continuity, and sustainable performance.
• Build and monitor supplier portfolios, conduct supplier evaluation, selection, development and performance monitoring.
• Negotiate prices, commercial terms, and supplier agreements while identifying cost optimization opportunities.
• Coordinate purchasing activities, manage material price updates, and handle supplier-related quality and delivery issues with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Procurement processes

Cost analysis

Negotiation techniques

Education

University degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline

Tools

SAP MM

MS Office

Job description

Vaillant Group Belgium is seeking a procurement professional to lead international sourcing strategies for Trading Goods, collaborating with global teams to ensure cost efficiency and high quality. You will manage supplier relationships and coordinate cross-functional procurement activities.

The role requires 6–8 years in purchasing, a university degree, and fluent English. A hybrid work model and opportunities to contribute to global projects are offered.