Job Description

At Etex, our purpose is building better together. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as Head of Procurement - Direct Materials and drive operational excellence!

Head of Procurement - Direct Materials plays a pivotal role in advancing the overall direct materials strategy of the organization by contributing to several key areas such as Cost Optimization and Efficiency, Supply Chain Resilience and Risk Mitigation, Innovation and Competitive Advantage and Cross-functional Collaboration and Alignment.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and implement global category strategies for direct materials to optimize cost, quality, supply security, and sustainability.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the direct materials procurement team to achieve strategic and operational objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers while managing strategic supplier relationships and contracts.
• Drive cost savings, risk mitigation, and process improvements through market analysis and supplier performance data.
• Establish and execute risk management strategies, including supplier diversification and contingency planning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, R&D, finance, and supply chain to align procurement with business goals.
• Define and monitor KPIs to measure procurement performance, cost savings, and supplier sustainability outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, industry standards, and company policies across all procurement activities.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and global integration of procurement processes and category management practices.
  
  

What You'll Bring:

• Extensive leadership experience in direct materials procurement, with a proven ability to manage large teams and strategic initiatives in a global matrix manufacturing organization.
• Strong expertise in developing and executing category strategies that deliver cost optimization and supply security.
• Demonstrated success in supplier management, contract negotiation, and maintaining high-quality and compliance standards.
• Deep knowledge of end-to-end procurement processes, including strategic sourcing and supplier lifecycle management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, enabling effective cross-functional collaboration and negotiation.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing procurement teams.
• Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under deadlines.
• Solid understanding and application of sustainable procurement practices and integration of ESG criteria into decision-making.
• Valid driving license.
  
  

Why Join Us:

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023! And one of the top companies to grow your career in Belgium in 2023 according to LinkedIn!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work.