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Strategic Buyer

Etex Group

Strategic Buyer

Location:  FARMSUM, NL

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.


At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as Strategic Buyer and drive operational excellence!

 

What You'll Do:

  • Gather information about the required materials and services through factory employees and managers.
  • Contact and select suppliers.
  • Negotiate prices and conditions.
  • Communicate the agreed conditions to purchasing staff for further follow-up.
  • Build a good relationship with suppliers for long-term cooperation.
  • Proactively search for alternatives and improvements to achieve the most beneficial situation.
  • Question and renegotiate the contracts.
  • Search for synergies across 2 sites in the Netherlands, in close collaboration with the purchasing team, internal contacts and the global Etex Purchasing community.

What you’ll bring:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or economics.
  • Strong commercial attitude.
  • Strong negotiating skills.
  • Proactive approach and ability to work independently.
  • Planning and organizing skills (determining priorities).
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Fluency in Dutch and English.
  • Willingness to work in a hybrid set up – few days in factories, few days from home.

Why Join Us?

  • We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023! And one of the top companies to grow your career in Belgium in 2023 according to LinkedIn!
  • Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
  • Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
  • We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
  • Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work.

Vacancy posted 21 hours ago
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