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Heidelberg Materials Benelux is currently looking for a
LOGISTICS COUNTRY LEAD BUYER
to join the team at our headquarters located in Braine-l’Alleud.
Your tasks & responsibilities:
1. You develop and maintain category strategies at the BeNe (Belgium–Netherlands) level, in alignment with the Group guidelines.
2. While building and maintaining strong suppliers relationships, you lead commercial negotiations and oversee their onboarding and performance evaluation.
3. You manage all sourcing activities within the category (RFI, RFP, tenders), by drafting, reviewing, and managing the contracts, in collaboration with the Legal Department.
4. You identify and implement cost-saving opportunities using a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach; you monitor and report those savings on a quarterly basis.
5. You take full ownership of the logistics category at the BeNe level and participate in all related activities, including Market/Product/Technology (MPT) analysis.
6. You ensure full compliance with internal policies and guidelines, Code of Conduct, and strategic objectives and foster cross-functional synergies.
7. You proactively address obstacles and manage risks, including crisis situations, while maintaining a strong focus on results.
8. You act as a driver of innovation and change by designing and implementing change management strategies, with a focus on sustainability initiatives, e-auctions, and other transformation projects.
9. You manage and deliver all value-added reporting for the category to support business and procurement decision-making.
10. You provide clear direction and lead by example, by communicating effectively and actively listening to others.
Your profile:
11. You have a Master’s degree with a technical, legal or economic focus.
12. You already have experience in logistics (barging experience is a plus) and/or procurement.
13. You are fluent in French, Dutch, and English (written and spoken).
14. You have a strong technical understanding of SAP and related business processes (ARIBA, reporting tools).
15. You are analytical and a real problem-solver.
16. You are a skilled negotiator with strong communication abilities, allowing your to build strong relationships with demanding stakeholders.
17. You are willing to travel within the Benelux region.
Our offer:
18. You enjoy an attractive remuneration package, supplemented with a series of fringe benefits such as a pension savings plan, hospitalization insurance, meal vouchers, cafeteria plan, etc.
19. You are part of an economically healthy and commercially strong company, a leading global player.
20. You work in an inspiring and challenging environment with room for initiative and growth.
21. We work together to achieve an optimal balance between work and private life (12 ADV days, and teleworking if possible).
22. We will provide you with excellent support, helping you to reach your full potential through training programs and talent development plans.
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of construction materials & solutions. With leading market positions in cement, aggregates and concrete, we are represented by +2.200 employees on 80 locations in Belgium and the Netherlands.