Senior Buyer – English – ALTEN Belgium
The Position
As part of our ongoing growth, we are looking for a Senior Buyer to join our teams and work on client projects located in Braine-l’Alleud.
As a Senior Buyer, your main responsibilities will include:
* Carrying out market studies of candidate suppliers for specific product categories to identify the most suitable partners in terms of know-how, quality, delivery, cost, and environmental criteria
* Benchmarking the European market to identify potential suppliers
* Managing Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes, analyzing proposals, preparing reports, and making recommendations for supplier selection
* Preparing and negotiating cost and contract terms and conditions
* Conducting negotiations and investigating opportunities for cost optimization in mass production
* Participating in supplier performance evaluations in mass production
* Presenting analyses and recommendations to senior management in a structured and clear way
* Being available for short business trips (2–3 days) when required
Your Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent
* 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or purchasing department (experience in the automotive industry is a strong asset)
* Experience with Japanese business culture is an advantage
* Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
* Language(s): English (mandatory) – Czech, Turkish, French or Japanese are a plus
* Strong flexibility, communication skills, and a proactive attitude, with the ability to work autonomously
Working Conditions
* Permanent contract with an attractive salary package
* Company car with fuel card
* Representation fees
* Meal vouchers
* Mobile phone subscription
* Group insurance & healthcare insurance
* Possibility of remote work
* 20 legal vacation days + 12 compensatory days
What we offer
* Access to exciting projects in key sectors: Transport, Energy, Automotive, Telecom, Finance
* A diverse client base: Collaborations with both large corporations and smaller dynamic companies across Belgium
* A real career development plan: Continuous training, coaching, daily knowledge sharing
* An innovative and collaborative environment
About ALTEN
ALTEN is a world leader in engineering and technology consulting, with over 57 000 employees in more than 30 countries. We support major companies in their innovation, R&D, and digital transformation projects across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, energy, finance, life sciences, and telecommunications.
Present in Belgium for over 25 years, ALTEN Belgium operates from its offices in Brussels and Antwerp. Today, with a team of 700 consultants ALTEN Belgium offers a wide range of expertise across Engineering, Life Sciences, and IT fields. From Automotive to Railway, and Medtech to Agrifood, our experts deploy their knowledge to provide innovative solutions in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.
Ready for a new challenge?
Apply now and take part in innovative and impactful projects at ALTEN Belgium!