Our client is a global leader and one of the largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions, holding prominent market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete.
With a presence in over 50 countries and boasting more than 51,000 employees across nearly 3,000 sites, they are dedicated to environmental responsibility. Pioneering the journey towards carbon neutrality and a circular economy in the building materials industry, they are actively involved in developing sustainable building materials and solutions for the future.
Responsibilities:
- You cultivate and enhance the network with local management to foster the acceptance and early involvement of the Purchasing department.
- You engage in meetings with technical managers and business line purchasers overseeing the CAPEX plan within their respective organizations.
- You oversee the tender process for Capex projects until the contract phase and subsequent follow-up.
- You actively advocate for framework agreements to local management and provide support for the implementation and adherence to local purchasing policies and guidelines.
- Acting as the local liaison for the Category Buyer, Business Line Coordinator, and Project Purchaser, you assist them in their daily tasks by facilitating local contacts and meetings.
- Collaboratively with the appropriate Group Lead Buyer, Category Buyer, or Business Line Coordinator, you manage the portfolio of local suppliers.
- Additionally, you take part in promoting cross-functional purchasing activities, particularly between cement, aggregates, and RMC, as well as in HM Group projects and activities when necessary, such as negotiating framework contracts.
- You ensure that risks associated with supplier relationships are minimized, and Purchase to Pay processes remain efficient, effective, and compliant with Group standards.
- You work towards increasing and monitoring expense coverage through Purchase Orders (POs), contracts, and framework agreements, while also encouraging the adoption of e-procurement.
Requirements:
- 5 years of proven experience in CAPEX purchasing.
- Fluent in English and Dutch
- Proficiency in SAP
- Efficient communication, problem solving skills and relationship building
- Demonstrated experience in handling challenging stakeholders.
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects in the building materials industry.
- Be part of a global company committed to environmental sustainability and circular economy practices.
- Work with a dynamic team of professionals in an innovative and forward-thinking environment.