vacatures bij DEME Group in Schelluinen

Category manager auxiliary & marine equipment

Job publication date

Summary

As a Category Manager Auxiliary Equipment at DEME corporate procurement you will develop and implement category strategies that contribute to cost efficiency, service quality, and sustainability, in line with DEME's broader procurement objectives. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and project teams worldwide to achieve the best solutions and promote best practices within the organization. You will report to the Lead Category Manager "Shipyards, Machinery & Equipment" and lead a team of Category buyers and Operational buyers.

• DEME General

• Supply Chain / Procurement

• Belgium

• Develop and execute a category strategy to optimize cost, quality, and efficiency

• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders;

• Guide and lead a team of Category Buyers and Operational buyers to execute procurement activities in accordance to agreed service levels;

• Get directly involved in high value / critical spot buys and framework agreements;

• Manage performance of category team reporting and tracking KPI's;

• Conduct market research (knowledge of suppliers, state-of-the-art technology, etc.)

• Develop and sustain supplier relationships with key suppliers

• Ensure compliance with sourcing procedures and contract management;

• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and innovation.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, Business Administration, Applied Economics, or Supply Chain Management;

• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic purchasing, category management or logistics management

• Experience in the maritime and/or civil infrastructure company is a plus

• Proven experience in coaching and leading a team;

• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with the ability to manage high-value contracts;

• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus;

• A strategic mindset, hands-on approach, and the ability to drive change;

• Experience in supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and procurement best practices;

• A results-oriented team player with excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills;

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, international environment.

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

• A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally;

• A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities;

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

• A competitive salary package, including a company car and other extralegal benefits.

01

Apply

Click the Apply button above and send in your application.

02

Invite

We'll review your application. If there's a match, you'll receive an invitation to meet with one of our recruiters.

03

Meet us

Either at our HQ or virtually, we'll get to know each other better and discuss your opportunities together.

04

Join our team

Where Next? Time to sign your contract and embark on your DEME journey!

As Mission Equipment Technician, your main responsibility will be to perform (or supervise) the required preventive maintenance and repair activities of mission equipment (ME) when it is in between projects.

You will report to the ME Engineer.

Your main location will be at our offices at our DEME Base Vlissingen (DBV), the Netherlands.

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Technical Works Manager to optimize fleet intervention projects. In this role, you will ensure that schedules align with production priorities and are executed seamlessly. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong planning and leadership skills, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the efficiency and reliability of our operations.

As a Legal Secretary you will support and contribute to the swift operations of the company's Legal Department. You will work at the head office of the company in Zwijndrecht, where you will join a highly qualified and motivated team of legal and insurance counsels, engaged in providing legal expertise to the company.