Category Buyer

As a Category Buyer at DEME Group, you will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies for a defined set of commodities within a specific procurement category.

Requirements

• Develop and manage a network of reliable and financially stable suppliers;
• Develop category strategy and identify opportunities for optimizing the supply chain process;
• Manage relationships with various internal stakeholders (business units, projects, etc.) and participate in cross functional teams that work on sourcing projects and continuous improvement;
• Manage and guide high value purchases and strive for TCO reductions;
• Ensure internal/external compliance with sourcing procedures and contracts;
• Take the lead in negotiating, drafting and maintaining sourcing contracts, service level agreements, price lists, etc.;
• Ensure standards for price competitiveness, product quality, delivery performance, safety and sustainability are met by all suppliers and corrective actions are initiated when needed;
• Perform root cause analysis towards re-occurring supply issues and take the lead in initiating corrective actions towards structural operational issues;

Benefits

• Extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance;
• Permanent training track for personal and professional development;
• Stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities;
• People-oriented environment with a focus on employee wellbeing;
• Competitive salary package, including a company car and other extralegal benefits