Public Buyer

Boost Your Career in Procurement – Join Kronos by EPSA Do you want to make real impact with your expertise in Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Project Management? Kronos by EPSA connects top professionals with leading organizations, empowering you to accelerate transformation projects, deliver strategic value, and shape tomorrow's procurement excellence. The EPSA Group is a European performance specialist with nearly 5,000 employees in more than 40 countries. Renowned for our technical know-how and diverse expertise, we deliver solutions in procurement performance, innovation funding, and energy & environmental transition. Position: Public Buyer / Public Procurement Consultant As a Public Buyer, you will manage end-to-end procurement processes within the public sector, ensuring all activities comply with applicable public procurement laws and regulations. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, launch competitive tendering processes, and secure contracts that guarantee operational continuity. As a consultant, you will take ownership of a portfolio of contracts where you ensure continuity, perform thorough market analysis, and increase contract coverage by integrating spot-buy items into formal specifications. Key Responsibilities Public Procurement & Tendering Prepare, publish, and manage public tenders in accordance with public procurement laws (including special sectors legislation). Choose the appropriate procurement procedure and prepare tender documents (specifications, RFQs, selection criteria). Conduct market consultations and ensure competitive sourcing. Analyze supplier bids, compare quotations, and lead negotiations. Make well-founded decisions based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Contract & Supplier Management Manage contract continuity for your assigned portfolio. Select, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers. Monitor contract execution, supplier performance, and compliance. Include currently "spot-buy" items into structured contracts to increase contract coverage. Operational & Strategic Contribution Analyze technical specifications and inventory needs in collaboration with internal engineering/technical teams. Prepare contract extensions, amendments, and additional spend requests. Present procurement files to the appropriate approval authorities. Ensure risk management and compliance throughout the entire procurement cycle. Guarantee secure supply of critical spare parts for operational continuity. Stakeholder Management Collaborate closely with internal clients, technical departments, and suppliers. Translate business requirements into effective procurement strategies. Provide clear communication and documentation throughout all procurement phases. Candidate Profile Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Law, Supply Chain, Engineering, or similar. Experience in public procurement or strong knowledge of public procurement legislation. Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Fluent in Dutch and/or French and English Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple files in a complex, high-volume procurement environment. What We Offer We don't just offer a job – we offer a career path. At Kronos by EPSA, you'll benefit from: A personalized development plan with continuous training through our Centre of Excellence. Exciting client projects in a dynamic and innovative environment. A competitive salary package with attractive benefits: Company car or mobility budget Mobile phone subscription Meal vouchers (€8/day) Eco vouchers Flexible working with 2–3 days of home office per week Health insurance Laptop and all necessary tools Monthly net allowances in addition to your salary Flexible collaboration for freelancers – work on exciting projects via freelance contracts while being supported by our international network. Ready to elevate your career and make a real difference? Join Kronos by EPSA and help build a future of procurement excellence