Technical Buyer

Specialisation:
**Purchasing**
- Location:
**Kortrijk**

**VANDEWIELE is a world leader in the design, construction and integration of high-tech systems for the têxtile industry.**

**Our mission is to remain the market leader, not only through continuous technology-driven innovation in our machines and production processes, but also through international cooperation and teamwork. All of this is possible thanks to our 4000 employees worldwide, including 600 in Belgium (headquarters Kortrijk).**

**We are working on the next generation of smart, integrated and interconnected machines, with a close interaction between R&D and production. Vandewiele has a state-of-the-art production system, with our complete automated manufacturing process being realized in-house.**

**To further strengthen our team, we are currently looking for a technical buyer**:
**Your role**:
Depending on your experience and/or interests, you will be responsible for one of the following areas: mechanics/machining, electronics, drive and control technologies, assembly, raw materials and fittings.

A selection of your varied range of tasks:

- You initiate, negotiate and conclude (framework) contracts with preferred suppliers.
- You interpret order proposals from the ERP system and convert them into orders.
- You consult with suppliers and internal customers to provide the best service at the best negotiated cost.
- You follow up open orders and deliveries in order to deliver to customers on time.
- You regularly evaluate our supplier base and look for new opportunities. You evaluate and select new suppliers in an international context.
- You carry out market research to advise your internal customers.
- You have an eye for new production techniques and discuss this with our R&D and production department.
- You handle customer questions ranging from quality deviations to invoice problems.
- You report to the purchasing manager.

**Your profile**:

- You hold a Master's degree in Industrial Sciences Electromechanics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics or are equivalent through experience.
- Purchasing experience within a technical environment is a plus.
- You have a broad technical and commercial interest.
- You are a solid negotiator who can make agreements in an assertive and communicative way.
- You are fluent in French and English or are willing to perfect your language skills. Knowledge of German is a plus.
- You are a team player, but you can also work autonomously.
- You are stress-resistant and able to set priorities while keeping a clear overview.
- You are prepared to regularly visit suppliers and/or trade fairs abroad.

**Our offer**:

- You will join an international, high-tech environment with a flat structure in a friendly atmosphere.
- You get the opportunity to grow based on your own interests and strengths, through a well-guided induction period and training opportunities.
- You will work both independently as in team on challenging projects. Your input and insights are highly valued.
- In addition to our motivating remuneration, you can participate in our flexible benefits plan in which you can choose your own package of benefits (including a company car with fuel card, lease bicycle, etc.).
- Finally you will enjoy flexible hours, work at home and a family-friendly leave scheme with 38 days off.