ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a rigorous and proactive Supply Chain Buyer to join our Distribution Center in Milmort, Belgium. In this role, you will ensure the timely and efficient supply of goods and services while achieving the best balance of cost, quality, and lead time. You will play a central part in supplier performance monitoring, operational purchasing, and daily purchasing operations- supporting the smooth functioning of our distribution and maintenance activities.
This role focuses on operational purchasing, supplier evaluation, and tender management. It does not require contract negotiation, allowing you to concentrate on ensuring efficient supply flows and strong supplier performance.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Sourcing & Supplier Management
• Maintain and update the supplier database
• Organize and manage calls for tenders
• Conduct supplier audits and evaluations, including benchmarking against KPIs (quality, cost, volume)
• Support operational purchasing, including follow-up on deliveries and managing disputes
• Contribute to developing strategic supplier partnerships
Order Management & Administration
• Identify material and parts requirements with department managers
• Prepare purchase orders, track deliveries, and manage discrepancies or non-compliance
• Perform on-site delivery checks and inventory verifications
• Monitor budgets, verify invoices, and prepare activity reports
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess supplier performance objectively
• Proactive, autonomous, and solution-oriented approach
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong sense of procedure, compliance, and operational discipline
• Team spirit and adaptability in a fast-paced operational environment
REQUIREMENTS
• Solid experience in a similar purchasing or supply chain role
• Education in foreign trade, marketing, supply chain, or a related discipline
• Experience in operational purchasing, supplier evaluation, benchmarking, and tender management
• Proficiency in MS Office and CMMS tools
• Languages: French, English, Dutch
• Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic and operational setting
About Skechers
Skechers, a global Fortune 500 company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.
Be You - Feel Welcome
Skechers recognises the importance and power of diversity within our business. We ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or health conditions, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions as detailed above.