Opportunity: Tactical Buyer (Non-IT)

Position: Tactical Buyer (Non-IT)

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: 31/12/2025

Location: Brussels

Language Proficiency: Dutch, French, English

Application Deadline: 20/02/2025

Position Summary:

The Tactical Project Buyer will serve as a Procurement Business Partner, working under the guidance of the Category Sourcing Manager’s strategic plans. The role involves capturing requirements, identifying opportunities, and collaborating intensively with internal customers and Procurement colleagues to deliver value efficiently and in full compliance with procurement policies. The Tactical Project Buyer will engage in competitive bidding for projects, which may involve complex processes due to unclear specifications and business pressures.

Key Accountabilities:

• Procure local versus transversal projects.
• Manage stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee Sourcing to Contract activities.
• Cover categories such as Insurances, Capex, Transport & Logistics, Car Parts, Technical Goods & Services.
• Ensure compliance with national legislation, ESG standards, and procurement policies.
• Handle complaints and claims constructively.
• Provide operational support and resolve critical procurement issues as needed.

Internal Networking/Key Relationships:

• Head of Sourcing & Procurement
• Category Sourcing Managers
• Project Managers
• Business Lines
• Brands & Network, Finance, and other affiliates
• Dedicated Procurement Legal Consultant
• Finance and Account Payables

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required:

• Education: At least a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent through experience) in a related field, preferably with procurement-specific education.
• Experience: Proven buying experience with a minimum of 4 years in the same field.

Additional Skills/Knowledge:

• Strong time management and result-driven approach in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven analytical skills and ability to synthesize information coherently.
• Ability to manage multiple projects successfully.
• Holistic view on projects.
• Lead by example with efficiency and flexibility.
• Customer-focused and a team player.
• Robust personality capable of thriving in a commercial environment.
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence software and ERP modules is a plus (SAP/Ariba; Venice; etc.).

Travel Requirements:

Limited to Belgium.