Category Buyer

Are you passionate about contributing to innovative projects that foster social, environmental, and economic sustainability? Are you dedicated to supporting project success through strategic supply chain management? We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Category Buyer to join our procurement team at DEME! As a Category Buyer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies across various categories, optimizing quality, price, and planning. Your role will involve managing tender processes, selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders. Currently, we are looking for people who are interested/experienced in one of the following categories: - Consumables, Tools & Safety
- Machinery Equipment
- Engines & Thrusters
- Facilities

Y our responsibilities

• Lead tender management processes, including supplier selection and contract negotiation.

• Develop and manage a network of reliable suppliers.

• Foster strong internal partnerships with operational departments and budget owners.

• Oversee contract lifecycle management, ensuring compliance and taking corrective action when necessary.

Your profile

• Bachelor's or master's degree in relevant field (e.g., engineering, business administration).

• Strong negotiation & contracting skills with a focus on achieving desired outcomes.

• Interest and aptitude for technical subjects, with a willingness to learn.

• Structural minded, able to work independently and to take ownership.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience.

• Fluent in English, additional languages (e.g., Dutch) is a plus.

Our offer

• An environment where you can flourish: the perfect combination of the freedom to make the role your own and collaborative, supportive teamwork.

• Continuous development: a training pathway that allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.

• An attractive market-conforming salary package (including an electric company car, mobile phone subscription, laptop, etc.).

• An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.

• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.

About Us

DEME is a world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, solutions for the offshore energy industry, infra marine and environmental works. The company can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, enabling it to be a front runner in innovation and new technologies.

DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, reduction of CO2 emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of natural resources.

While the company’s roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence in all of the world’s seas and continents, operating in more than 90 countries worldwide. DEME can rely on 5,200 highly skilled professionals across the globe. With a versatile and modern fleet of over 100 vessels, backed by a broad range of auxiliary equipment, the company can provide solutions for even the most complex
projects.

DEME achieved a turnover of 2.62 billion euros in 2019.