European Purchasing Manager

il y a 2 semaines


Bruxelles, Région de Bruxelles, Belgique Michael Page Temps plein

Key Responsibilities of the European Purchasing Manager:

  • Develop and enhance the Purchasing department and processes.
  • Supervise the Quality department to ensure high standards.
  • Manage timely procurement of production, commercial, and plant materials.
  • Coordinate and monitor operational purchasing activities from quotations to inventory control.
  • Lead proactive, strategic supplier management, including negotiations and agreements.
  • Implement cost-saving initiatives and negotiate terms with suppliers.
  • Oversee technical and disciplinary management of a purchasing team of 7 FTE
  • Develop KPIs to optimise supplier performance and material stocks.
  • Coordinate and support purchasing projects.
  • Collaborate closely with production planning, sales, quality, and warehouse logistics departments.

Key Qualities of the European Purchasing Manager:

  • Over 10 years of experience in a purchasing role, preferably in a similar industry.
  • Proven leadership and management experience.
  • Proficiency in English, additional European languages are a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and ERP systems.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and achieve goals.
  • Experience in operational material planning and strategic supplier management.
  • Strong delegation and prioritisation skills, leading the team to achieve objectives.
  • Resilient, calm, and focused under pressure.

What You Receive in Return:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for long-term growth and career development.
  • Supportive and ethical work environment.
  • Very positive minded environment that promotes D&I

Key Skills and Keywords:

  • Purchasing Management
  • Strategic Supplier Management
  • Procurement
  • Team Leadership
  • Negotiation Skills
  • ERP Systems
  • Inventory Control
  • Cost Savings Initiatives
  • KPI Development
  • Multilingual Proficiency

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