Project Procurement Manager

Antwerpen, Antwerpen

Location: Antwerpen, with occasional remote work possible.

Contract Duration: Full-time, starting early 2026, with a minimum duration until the end of 2026 and a possibility for extension.

Language Requirements: Proficiency in Dutch (native or fluent) and English (professional level).

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute procurement strategies for CAPEX projects ranging from €1 million to €20 million.
Ensure compliance with CAPEX project procurement procedures and governance.
Collaborate with Project Management and Engineering teams to align sourcing strategies with corporate objectives.
Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and ensure risk mitigation and cost optimization.
Oversee the procurement strategy at various project stage gates, including Long Lead Items (LLI) and full procurement lists.
Present procurement strategies to project governance and stakeholders.
Manage bridge funds and interact with category leads as per the procurement plan.
Implement tools, processes, and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
Resolve critical expediting and claim issues, manage risks proactively, and ensure project objectives related to procurement are met.
Document contract award decisions based on transparent risk assessments.
Collaborate in internal and external audits and manage vendors and contractors onsite.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, or equivalent.
Minimum 7 years of experience in project procurement, with at least 2 years in CAPEX project procurement.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Proficient in MS Office.

Hands-on, proactive, and results-oriented.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Flexible and able to work independently.
Acts as a trusted partner for Project Managers, without direct team management responsibilities.