Strategic Buyer

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:

• Driving procurement projects from start to finish.
• Tendering and contract negotiation.
• Managing supplier relationships and driving improvements in supplier performance.
• Developing category strategies.
• Delivering savings, working capital improvements, innovation and quality.
• Steel buying and replenishment; purchase steel at best rate, track market rates, and manage inventory.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or economics, or equivalent by experience.
• Experience within purchasing, ideally with steel buying.
• Strong negotiating skills.
• Proactive approach.
• Planning and organizing skills (determining priorities).
• Flexibility and ability to manage different stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Valid driving license.

Why Join Us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023! 
• 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.