Operational Buyer

The Operational Buyer is responsible for the execution, monitoring and aftercare of the purchasing process and managing the purchasing administration, within the guidelines and procedures of the department, in order to support the department and the internal customer(s) for the timely processing of requests and purchase orders. Focuses on account quality, lead time, on time in Full delivery, customer satisfaction, supplier management and optimization of the Total Cost of Ownership.

• Act and report within the Category Management team;
• Guided by the Category buyer and Category Manager, perform the procurement of the project low value / non-critical scopes;
• Provide updated status of the procurement of the low value / non-critical scopes to the Category Buyer and Category Manager;
• Be responsible for the operational execution of the end-to-end ‘request-to-pay’ process incl. Logistics, e.g.: PR quality check, PO creation, PO follow-up, invoice issues solving, etc.;
• Correct application of supply agreements (Terms & Conditions) and optimal use of framework contracts;
• Identify and understand the requirements and needs of the stakeholders (such as quantity, specifications and service levels) within the assigned categories;
• Maintaining relationships with (alternative) suppliers and ensuring optimal collaboration;
• Follow up on the performance of suppliers and discuss the results with internal stakeholders, Category Buyers and the supplier(s) in question;
• Ensure the correct archiving of all documentation (e.g. certificates, manuals, quotations, scope of work, completed forms and templates, etc);
• Provide ‘customer service’ to his/her stakeholders, e.g.: handling user queries, provide operational support, assist in local buys, support procurement process compliance, etc.;
• Developing proposals and/or implementing continuous improvement based on follow-up of KPIs. Follow up and explore the market.

• Fluent in Dutch and English;
• Good knowledge of MS Office Excel and PowerPoint, knowledge of other software suites and reporting tools is an asset;
• Team player with a positive attitude, hands-on mentality and high level of integrity;
• Motivation to work in a dynamic and international environment;
• Drive for ownership and results;
• Entrepreneurial spirit.

• A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities.
• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.

DEME is a world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, solutions for the offshore energy industry, infra marine and environmental works. The company can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, enabling it to be a front runner in innovation and new technologies.

DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, reduction of CO2 emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of natural resources.

While the company’s roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence in all of the world’s seas and continents, operating in more than 90 countries worldwide. DEME can rely on 5,200 highly skilled professionals across the globe. With a versatile and modern fleet of over 100 vessels, backed by a broad range of auxiliary equipment, the company can provide solutions for even the most complex projects.

DEME achieved a turnover of 2.62 billion euros in 2019.