Buyer - Constructions

As a buyer, you support an optimal, controlled and timely procurement process in consultation and collaboration with the project team. You focus on obtaining the most economical price for Works, Supplies and Services, taking into account scheduling, technical requirements, risk management and QHSES. You work closely with the project teams and report to the Head Buyer.

Responsibilities

• You independently organise procurement within an assigned scope.
• You are involved in the entire procurement process, from strategy and requests for quotation through to the signed agreement and administrative completion.
• You advise the project team on procurement-related matters.
• You work closely with a multidisciplinary team (design, construction planning, finance, legal, Group Procurement Category managers, …).
• You inform the project team about market opportunities and challenges.
• You hold discussions with potential subcontractors, suppliers and service providers.
• You prepare requests for quotation based on input from the team.
• You compare prices and quotations from both a financial and a technical perspective.
• You organise clarification and negotiation meetings.
• You guide the decision-making process.