Head of Purchasing - Indirect

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 Head of Purchasing - Indirect and drive operational excellence!
 

What You'll Do:

• Oversee all aspects of purchasing related to indirect materials & services (CAPEX, Logistics, IT, and consumables).
• Develop and implement category strategies for assigned categories.
• Manage key supplier relationships and collaborate with major stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize costs, quality, and delivery performance.
• Lead and coach the indirect purchasing team, including workload division and goal alignment.
• Implement standardized processes and agile project management methodology for indirect purchasing projects.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and ensure alignment with initiative goals.
• Develop and maintain reporting tools for cost reduction, savings tracking, and compliance.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on performance and initiatives.

What You'll Bring:

• University Degree, preferably in Business, Economics or Engineering.
• Several years of proven experience in procurement/consulting in a similar position, preferably in large companies.
• Strong People Management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to handle multiple stakeholders across different levels of organization.
• Analytical and proactive mindset.

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.