Senior Buyer Contractor – Automotive Manufacturing | Belgium | 5-Month ContractWe're currently supporting a global automotive manufacturing organisation in the search for an experienced Senior Buyer Contractor to join their European purchasing team based primarily in Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional with strong sourcing and supplier negotiation experience within manufacturing or automotive environments.Key Responsibilities:Conduct supplier market analysis and benchmarking across EuropeLead RFI/RFQ processes with potential suppliersEvaluate supplier capabilities across quality, cost, delivery and environmental performanceNegotiate pricing, contracts and cost optimisation initiativesSupport supplier performance management within mass production environmentsPresent sourcing recommendations and analysis to senior stakeholdersWhat We're Looking For:Experience in strategic sourcing / purchasing within manufacturing or automotiveStrong negotiation and supplier management skillsAbility to work autonomously in an international environmentExcellent analytical and communication skillsDegree in Engineering, Business or similarEnglish fluency requiredExperience working with Japanese business culture is advantageousAdditional Info:5-month contractStart date: May 2026Based mainly in Braine-l'Alleud, BelgiumShort European business travel requiredIf this sounds relevant, feel free to apply or message me directly for a confidential discussion.