Senior ICT Buyer – Public Procurement

Our client, a leading organization in the transport and infrastructure sector, is looking for a Senior ICT Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement files in a complex and regulated environment. This role involves overseeing the entire sourcing lifecycle for technology solutions while ensuring compliance and driving value for the project.

• Manage ICT procurement dossiers from intake and market exploration to contract award and follow-up.
• Optimize and monitor procurement activities within ICT domains focusing on Total Cost of Ownership, quality, and service levels.
• Ensure strict compliance with public procurement legislation in collaboration with legal and finance departments.
• Implement procurement strategies and drive continuous improvement within ICT sourcing processes.
• Negotiate commercial and financial conditions and evaluate supplier performance regularly.
• Support and challenge internal stakeholders during tender and negotiation trajectories.

• 8+ years of relevant senior-level experience in procurement within complex or technical environments.
• You have proven experience in ICT procurement covering hardware, software, services, and licensing.
• You possess extensive knowledge and practical experience with public procurement legislation and open tenders.
• You bring a background in managing technical procurement dossiers and complex financial/legal negotiations.
• You have a Master's degree or an equivalent professional background.
• You possess strong analytical skills and the ability to align diverse stakeholders.
• You're proficient in MS Office and have affinity with SAP, Ariba, or Icertis.
• You are fluent in Dutch and English with a good knowledge of French.

Nice to Haves

• Experience working within highly regulated or critical infrastructure sectors.
• Previous experience using SAP Ariba for tender management.

• Start date: 21 September 2026.
• Duration: 3 months (initially until 31/12/2026).
• Work regime: Full-time.
• Location: Zaventem.
• Working model: Hybrid.
• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers.