Introduction
For our client we are looking for Senior Buyer Lead.
Function
* Organise and control all process-based activities relating to its category(ies) including overall strategies review, pre-qualifications, tender list development, issue of ITT/CFT, analysis of tenders, contract and commercial negotiations and the preparation of contractual documentation up to finalisation.
* Manage a portfolio of contracts by ensuring in particular the respect of the deadlines and the follow-up of the activity to ensure no disruption.
* Liaise closely with the relevant Category Manager to locally deploy Category strategy and comply with requirements.
* Proactively work with relevant internal technical stakeholders to build and maintain relationships with contractors / suppliers and monitor their performance by participating in contract performance management activities.
* Actively pursue contracting synergy opportunities for all business requirement.
* Actively contribute to the saving program by delivery of costs savings without compromising safety or quality.
* Provide proactive and timely advice and support to internal and external stakeholders in all matters relating to Contracts Management & Procurement, including operating as a ‘Duet’ with the technical counterpart to promote effective contract planning, management and performance.
* Utilise approved standard contract documentation and ensure compliance with standard contracting principles during negotiations.
* Search and utilize market intelligence information and supplier qualifications.
* Analysis and knowledge of internal and external costs and cost structures. Develop Cost Models, target costs.
* Comply with all applicable Procurement rules, governance and process.
* Ensure that contractor / supplier selection is carried out in accordance with Platform requirements and Compliance Program and that safety and environmental assessments are part of the selection process.
* Mitigate risk through pro-active management and negotiation of contractual disputes. Support settlement of claims, in conjunction with senior management and Legal, by proposing strategies and actions and by participating in negotiations.
* Organize Duets Meetings with internal stakeholders to pilot contract renewals & activities.
* Contribute to the process of continuous improvement, including participation in and promotion of Lean initiatives when required and adoption and sharing of best practice.
* Prepare and present (where required) Contracts Committee (CC) presentations.
* Searching for creative solutions together with internal customers to lower costs.
* Set a personal example in adherence to HSE procedures.
* Conversion of order requests into orders
Requirements
* Languages: Nederlands & Engels
* ICT: SAP and MS Office (Excel-Powerpoint-Outlook-Word)
* Experience with purchasing services within an industrial environment
Offer
* Start: 03/03/2025
* End: 31/12/2025
* Location: Antwerp