Purchasing & Sourcing Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and excecute comprehensive sourcing strategies to support the company's operational and financial goals.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for the Zele, Roncq and Nivelles facilities.
• Negotiate contracts, establish robust supplier relationships and manage vendor performance to ensure quality, delivery and cost-efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Supply Chain and other internal stakeholders to align purchasing activities with production demands and backlog management.
• Monitor market trends, geopolitical impacts and supply chain risks to proactively protect business continuity.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor and empower a diverse team of buyers across multiple regions.
• Cultivate a culture of mutual respect, open communication and psychological safety within the team.
• Actively guide the team through change, offering clear expectations, regular feedback and constructive perdormance reviews.
• Strictly adhere to and promote corporate HR policies, regulations and the Brady Code of Ethics.
• Act as a role model for inclusive leadership, ensuring that every team member feels valued and heard.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field experience.
• Prove track record (+5 years) in a strategic purchasing/sourcing management role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and developing multi-site or international teams.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with a high degree of emotional intelligence and conflict-resolution abilities.
• A firm commitment to ethical business practices and corporate compliance.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Dutch and French is highly preffered given the location of the teams.
• Willingness to travel regularly between the Zele, Roncq and Nivelles sites.

Benefits & Additional Notes

• A challenging and impactful leadership role within a global, industry-leading company.
• The oppertunity to shape and build a collaborative, high-performing team.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A professional environment where our core values are genuinly prioritized

Contact

Jobszele@bradycorp.com for the attention of Eefje Martens