stow Group

Strategic Buyer Electronic Components

stow Group  •  Lokeren, BE (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Movu, a member of the stow Group, is at the forefront of cutting-edge automation solutions. We specialize in developing, manufacturing and installing innovative, modular and scalable storage systems for all kinds of warehouses. At Movu, innovation meets excellence to redefine storage and logistics.

The Strategic Buyer is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned spend categories (electronics). The role focuses on supplier management, cost optimization, risk mitigation, and close collaboration with internal stakeholders to ensure continuity of supply and long-term value creation for the organization.

  • Develop and implement category and supplier strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Lead sourcing projects, including RFQ/RFP processes and contract negotiations for electronic components.
  • Manage supplier performance, cost reductions, and risk assessments.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, R&D and Finance stakeholders.
  • Monitor market trends and proactively identify opportunities and risks.
  • Support standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven experience in strategic procurement or sourcing of electronic components.
  • Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
  • Experience with ERP systems and MS Office.
  • Proactive, structured, and results-oriented mindset.
  • Fluent in English and Dutch; other languages are an asset.

Additional Information

What we offer

  • A competitive salary package
  • The opportunity to work in an innovative and fast-growing company, where professional development is encouraged, and your contributions directly impact the business.
  • The chance to take ownership of projects, ensuring variety and responsibility in your role.
  • Satellite office in Berchem ( Antwerp )

Unsolicited representations by third parties (recruitment agencies, headhunters, ...) or CVs via mail and/or telephone for our vacancies are considered as direct applications where no compensation is provided to the third party. Any T&Cs from these third parties will not be accepted unless upon signature of the T&Cs by a person in charge of HR. Candidates remain registered in the system for 12 months and cannot be proposed again during this period.

stow Group

About stow Group

The core activity of stow Group is the development and manufacturing of logistic solutions for the storage of pallets, small goods, long items as well as mezzanine structures.

Engineering, sales and on-site assembly are handled by our own affiliates in the key markets and an extensive distributor network in Europe, Asia-Pacific and Middle-East.

"Our business is to store your business."

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Spiere-Helkijn, BE
Year Founded
1977
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