Synergizing our ways of working is one of the six strategic drivers of BESIX Forward. Procurement is clearly a domain where possible synergies can be found and leveraged with short and long term benefits.

To continue identifying and realizing this kind of improvements, a network of dedicated procurement experts is now gradually put in place. Called the Category Experts, these experts will support the business thanks to their specific category knowledge and share best practices across the Group. These Category Experts will be present both at regional and at global level.

To save costs and get a better strategy for all purchases, BESIX wants to propose these positions to our employees, wants to promote internal talent mobility in our organization, wants our employees to be able to expand and enhance their careers and competences.  

We are looking for a Regional Category Manager - civil works & masonry within the Procurement Department in Brussels office. 

Role description:

Drives and implements strategic planning and category management in own perimeter. This role secures up-to-date market knowledge and defines category strategies. Is responsible for sourcing, negotiation and overall supplier management for large volumes and/or complex categories. 

Key responsibilities:

1. Develop and deploy vision and approved plan for his/her category in close alignment with supervisor
2. Responsible for strategic sourcing (SSM) for his/her categories with focus on TCO optimization
3. Lead cross-functional teams with focus on early involvement of business & functional stakeholders
4. Conclude framework agreements
5. Accountable for the implementation, communication & optimization of framework agreements 
6. Perform high value / critical spot buys (based on thresholds)
7. Track value for categories in scope
8. Develop and sustain supplier relationship with key suppliers in order to realize TCO optimization
9. Follow up reporting and key metrics
10. Define and execute for categories in his/her scope:

• Purchasing channel strategy
• Supplier segment strategy 
• Customer satisfaction improvement actions
• Framework agreement optimization actions
• Supplier performance improvement actions

Background 

• master degree in engineering or economics with minimum 5 years of procurement experience 
• Fluency in French and Dutch with a very good knowledge in English

Competencies

• You have a strong analytical mindset and are able to understand technically engineered solutions.
• Your are a skilled negotiator who know his/her way around a purchasing agreement
• You are not afraid to take on responsibilities and are familiar with strategic thinking and innovation.
   

A career at BESIX is a lot more than just a job, it's about being part of our changing, innovative world, experiencing at first hand the challenging topics we have to face in the coming years. Being a part of the BESIX group is taking part in a very dynamic and entrepreneurial company with ambitious & innovative development plans. We are looking for different kinds of personalities, mindsets, backgrounds, genders, to build the iconic projects of tomorrow. With our purpose of Excel in creating sustainable solution for a better world, we are driving our company forward.
Are you ready to make an impact?

Working at BESIX means getting a lot of interesting benefits:  

• An attractive remuneration package including a salary in line with the market, flexible mobility advantages, teleworking, health & group insurance, meal vouchers, …. 
• A career enhancement programs that serve not only to ensure that you are constantly learning and improving but also that give you the possibility to expand your career horizon 
• A dynamic working environment with innovative colleagues supporting your endeavors (ideas, projects, goals, ambitions) 
• Possibility to work on complex projects both on local as an international environment
• Remain locally anchored for the coming years or dare for an international career opportunity within the group