Category Buyer

Location: Brussels
Department: Supply Chain

The primary purpose of this position is to procure materials for specific air‑cooled condenser projects. The category buyer is dedicated to specific equipment or commodity, besides other potential responsibilities such as coordination and local overall procurement. The incumbent is also responsible for expediting purchase orders as needed to meet project requirements, working closely with Logistics. Additional duties include working on special projects when assigned. The successful incumbent will have sound knowledge of Infor and can perform work and make decisions independently, with an understanding of how those decisions will potentially impact other departments. The successful incumbent is a detail‑oriented self‑starter who is able to prioritize tasks efficiently while working with and assisting others, with global Dry Cooling associates.

Procurement

• Work in partnership with Project Managers and Supply Chain teams to define and satisfy project material requirements
• Issue RFQs, prepare bid tabulations, and create purchase orders in Infor
• Ensure purchase orders are accurate, complete, and aligned with contractual and technical requirements
• Maintain purchase order integrity, including delivery dates and cost accuracy
• Analyze Infor reports and system data to anticipate procurement needs and issues
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance (quality, cost, delivery)
• Review, validate, and process supplier invoices in coordination with Accounts Payable
• Maintain and update the supplier database in line with corporate requirements
• Share information and coordinate with global supply chain teams for international sourcing when needed
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes

Expediting

• Monitor supplier progress to ensure manufacturing and deliveries meet project timelines
• Track and follow up on all purchase orders to secure on‑time and complete deliveries
• Organize and lead regular follow‑up meetings with suppliers (e.g. weekly progress reviews)
• Identify potential delays early, escalate risks, and implement mitigation actions
• Ensure accurate and timely progress reporting from suppliers
• Coordinate closely with Logistics and Project teams to align production progress with delivery schedules
• Ensure all required documentation (quality dossiers, certificates, etc.) is received on time and compliant with contractual and technical requirements
• Organize and coordinate inspections (internal, client, or third‑party) at supplier facilities
• Provide clear visibility on supplier status and key delivery milestones to support project execution

Required Profile

• Required Experience
• 7–10 years of experience in procurement, planning, or supply chain
• Experience in expediting or supplier follow‑up is a strong asset
• Knowledge of quality control processes and documentation
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
• Understanding of international industrial environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook)
• Experience with ERP systems (Infor preferred)
• Strong organizational skills, autonomy, and attention to detail

Integrated within the Project Management Team, your mission will be to manage Wet and Dry Cooling projects on all aspects from order intake to project close out, with responsibility for margin improvement, site and erection management and ensuring that customer requirements are met.

To manage end‑to‑end inside sales and application engineering activities for ACHE and small‑size ACC (Industrial Dry Cooling Solutions) across the MEA region. The role focuses on disciplined CRM usage, strong techno‑commercial understanding, proactive customer engagement, and high responsiveness, with a clear development path into front‑end sales within 1–2 years.

You are the final responsible for major proposals (5 to 30 M€), managing both technical & commercial offers for air‑cooled condenser (ACC). Facing directly or indirectly our main customers all over the world (up to 20% travel), you will provide the technical and commercial proposals and lead the negotiations until contract signature. You proactively contribute to the development of the products, tools & processes of your department.