About Drylock Technologies
Drylock Technologies, with its headquarters in Belgium, Europe, is an innovative player in the hygiene market specialized in the production of baby diapers, feminine care products, and incontinence products. With plants worldwide, Drylock Technologies can rightfully be called a global player.
By working at Drylock, you become part of a highly innovative company that firmly believes that the future is green. You’ll work in an agile, dynamic environment, where initiative is highly valued and our people’s personal growth track matters.
Job description
- Responsible for strategic sourcing with strong focus on total cost optimization.
- Responsible for the maintenance and update of supplier’s data for raw materials, including certifications and legal compliance documents.
- Follow-up market trends and discuss with internal stakeholders from purchasing, production and sales.
- Negotiate with existing and new suppliers on pricing and related procurement conditions.
- Support and track cost reduction initiatives and discuss with internal stakeholders, in different production sites, to validate and implement cost savings.
- Follow up on all open inquiries of the suppliers and internal material requests through RFIs and RFQs.
- Follow commercial opportunities and evaluate these within the team.
- Support on projects innovation, R&D and Sustainability.
- Manage supplier performance reports and adapt Drylock Technologies’ vendor strategy.
- Update and approve Supplier Price lists based on contractual agreed terms.
Profile
- You have a Masters’ degree, preferably in economics, engineering or any other relevant domain.
- A first work experience or internship in procurement is a plus.
- You are fluent in Dutch and English.
- You have a very good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook).
- You are willing to work from our HQ in Zele (9240).
- You have a strong analytical mindset, can distinct between main items and others, and are not overly pressure-sensitive.
- You are eager to learn and have an interest to learn more about ERP systems.
- Knowledge of SAP is a definite plus.
- You have a teamwork mindset and take initiatives.
- You want to become a skilled negotiator.
- You are not afraid to take on responsibilities and are familiar with strategic thinking and innovation.
- You are hands-on and want to grow in an international environment.
- You are a no-nonsense, dynamic and result-driven person, with passion for the job and an eye for improvements.
- You are willing to travel to meet and develop strong cooperations with suppliers and the industry.
Our offer
- Challenging job at group level within a young and fast-growing healthy organization.
- Great colleagues and an informal and dynamic working atmosphere.
- Strong outlook in a stable environment with room for self-development.
- Strong management with a clear vision and great global ambition.
- Competitive salary, benefits and flexible working conditions.
- New offices.
