Buyer Service

B2B Freelance / Permanent Opportunity – Buyer Service

Location: Brussels, Belgium | Hybrid (2 days onsite, 3 days remote)

Duration: 14 Months

Experience: 4 to 8 years needed not more than 8 years

Contract Type: B2B Freelance or Permanent

Languages: French or Dutch + Professional English

⚠️ EU Citizens only

Key responsibilities:

•Developing and executing category, tender and sourcing strategies for outsourced project services, supported by market analysis and appropriate framework or

project-specific agreements;

•Acting as a trusted commercial partner by challenging requirements, defining scopes and guiding stakeholders through supplier selection, negotiation, award

and implementation;

•Building effective supplier relationships and commercially following up projects, contracts and performance, including scope, planning, deliverables, budgets,

changes, claims and underperformance;

•Managing commercial, contractual, operational and supplier risks, with clear mitigation measures, performance reviews and corrective actions;

•Ensuring accurate contract implementation and follow-up in ERP, contract management and reporting tools;

•Improving transparency and efficiency through data, reporting, standardisation and practical automation solutions;

•Leading cross-functional collaboration and decision-making to achieve the best balance of service, quality, risk, delivery and cost.

Requirements:

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

•Master’s degree and relevant experience in procurement, commercial or contract management, preferably involving outsourced, consultancy, engineering or other

project-based services;

•Experience with public procurement, outsourced studies, project management or supplier performance management is an asset;

•Very good command of Dutch or French, preferably Dutch, with a professional understanding of the other language and a professional level of English;

•Ability to manage multiple projects, contracts, suppliers, risks and deadlines while

maintaining a clear overview;

•Strong analytical, commercial and negotiation skills, with the ability to turn complex information into practical recommendations and decisions;

•Credible and empathetic relationship builder who communicates clearly and assertively across technical, project and business teams;

•Autonomous problem solver who takes ownership, leads complex files and collaborates effectively;

•Interest in continuous improvement, reporting and practical automation using Excel or comparable low-code tools; programming experience is not required.