Procurement - Lead Buyer Technical (Works)

bpostgroup strives to create an inclusive environment with challenging projects and inspiring collaborations. With our employees at the heart of our organization, we don’t believe in jobs, we believe in careers. We're now looking for a Lead Buyer Technical (Works) who will make us move.

bpostgroup strives to create an inclusive environment with challenging projects and inspiring collaborations. With our employees at the heart of our organization, we don’t believe in jobs, we believe in careers. We're now looking for a Lead Buyer Fleet & Transport who will make us move.

Our procurement team is evolving into a high-impact procurement organisation that develops as a strategic partner for the business. In this evolving context, we are recruiting a Lead Buyer Technical  (Works) who will help realise this transformation.

You will report to the Cluster Manager Fleet, Transport and Technical.

Your Mission

Strategic Sourcing

• You work around the implementation of all aspects of the category strategy including setting up a strategic planning, a sourcing roadmap and exercising stakeholder management for projects you are assigned on;

• You perform strategic sourcing for your (sub)categories with a focus on TCO optimisation and a deep understanding of the needs of the internal customers and bpost targets;

• You are responsible for the implementation, management and optimisation of framework agreements and the execution of spot buys;

• You maintain supplier relationships for the realisation of TCO optimisation including the implementation of improvement plans of the supplier performance.

Public Procurement Law

• You coordinate with your Cluster Manager to ensure that the implementation of your purchase is done in the most efficient way and in accordance with the Public Procurement Act as well as internal processes.

Your Profile

We do not only deliver letters and parcels, but also opportunities. This job is open to all with diverse backgrounds and talents, possessing the following skills:

·        At least 4 years of experience in tactical & strategic public procurement or a related role in a large company;

·        Experience, ability and eagerness to co-write public tenders;

·        Motivated to drive transformation in a dynamic environment;

·        Collaborative to a broad extent and goal-oriented mentality;

·        Thorough knowledge of procurement and negotiation techniques: supplier sourcing, supplier negotiations, supplier selection, supplier management and development ...

·        Expertise in and awareness of industry trends and best practices;

·        Familiar with the Strategic Sourcing approach: TCO mindset, opportunity identification, quantitative analysis, stakeholder management ...

·        Preferably in-depth knowledge of public procurement law;

·        Knowledge of ERP and reporting techniques;

·        Flexible to work on other procurement commodities as and when required.

Our Offer

Like a long-awaited parcel, we want to make you feel welcome and valued. Our offer includes:  

·        Competitive monthly salary

·        Meal vouchers 

·        Hospitalization-, group- and disability insurances 

·        A phone subscription and company car 

·        20 days of statutory leave and 7 additional extralegal days off  

·        An end-of-year and performance-based bonus and double holiday pay  

·        Many benefits from more than 100 bpost-partners 

Why bpostgroup?

bpostgroup is Belgium's leading postal operator and a growing parcel & omni-commerce logistics partner globally. With a focus on social and environmental sustainability, we aim to be a trusted guide in a changing world. As our newest team member you will:

·        Become part of the bpostgroup family with a unique atmosphere and culture. 

·        Enjoy a dynamic work environment with a hybrid model allowing for flexibility. 

·        Have access to continuous learning and development opportunities. 

·        Have a direct impact on decision-making in an international success story. 

Thrive in a leadership culture centered on visioning, sense making, innovation, and relating, empowering you to lead effectively in our forward-thinking organization.

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