Indirect Buyer

Our client is an international organisation with a strong presence across Europe and beyond. Located in the southern region of Ghent, the company operates in a dynamic and fast-paced industrial environment, serving a broad customer base through innovative products and solutions. With a collaborative culture, a focus on continuous improvement, and a commitment to operational excellence, the organisation offers employees the opportunity to make a tangible impact within a growing international business.

• As Indirect Buyer you will be responsible for following tasks:

• Manage the full purchasing process for indirect categories, including services, MRO, facilities, packaging, tooling, and professional services
• Create, review, and manage purchase orders while ensuring compliance with internal approval processes and procurement policies
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best value, optimise total cost of ownership, and support business objectives
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Resolve procurement-related issues such as order confirmations, invoice discrepancies, pricing disputes, and delivery challenges
• Collaborate closely with Finance, Logistics, Quality, Legal, Operations, and other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth procurement execution
• Support contract management and supplier risk mitigation initiatives

You will work together with your procurement colleagues and report to the Procurement Manager.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of experience in indirect procurement or purchasing
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and approval controls
• Proven negotiation and vendor management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across different organisational levels
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are considered an asset
• You have a service-oriented mindset