Purchasing Project Leader

Company Description

Want to join a company with a century-long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that pushes the limits of the smart lighting industry? A company that requires employees to broaden their expertise to not only light urban environments but also deliver services for engaging and interactive public spaces. With a rich heritage in engineering, environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of our DNA. With connectivity more vital more ever, as Experts in Lightability™, we propose lighting infrastructure that will play a pivotal role in building Smart Cities. A family-owned Belgian company, we are present in over 70 countries on 5 continents.  

Will you take the challenge? Let’s light up the future together! 

Job Description

To pursue our growing and reinforce the Procurement team, we are currently looking for a Purchasing Project Leader in Liège, Belgium. 

As Purchasing Project Leader, you will be responsible of the Bill of Material Cost, cost reduction for existing products, on target cost for new development.

What you will do :

• Ensure new product developments and multi-factory industrialization projects meet target cost objectives  (+ multi-factories industrialization)
• Develop and deploy building blocks across multiple products to maximize standardization and value
• Propose, lead, and implement cost-down initiatives throughout the product lifecycle
• Drive supplier relationships to challenge designs, secure robust technical solutions, optimize associated costs, and support make-or-buy decisions
• Collaborate with Operations to define and optimize supply chain design
• Initiate, prepare, and lead commercial and technical negotiations with suppliers

Qualifications

At Schréder, entrepreneurship and a growth mindset are essential. It's not just about who you are but who you want to become with us. 

Skills Requested

• Engineering (mechanical, electrical, electronics)
• 10 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge in product development (R&D collaboration)
• Languages : English (B2) + local language (French or Dutch)
• Good communication & negotiation skills (ability to challenge technically)
• Agilty ( Analytical skills in complex & moving environments)
• Good understanding of the supply markets dynamics & technologies developments
• Project Management knowledge
• Solution & customer oriented
• TCO, value engineering & cost modelling knowledge
• ERP (PLM) knowledge

Additional Information

At Schréder, every employee is valued for his or her skill set. We actively look for and choose employees based on their experience and the value they bring to the company. 

What we have waiting for you 

• A positive work environment : You can expect to work in an environment that is safe, supportive, and free from discrimination or harassment.  
• Flexibility at work : For all functions that allow it, we encourage hybrid working, as working in person and remotely has benefits.  
• Growth opportunities : You will be part of a global company that encourages your employees to learn and develop daily and pursue their career goals at Schréder. Our soul is entrepreneurial, so take some risks, allow yourself to get out of your comfort zone and grow with us! 
• Open communication : We encourage open communication between employees and managers and feedback and suggestions between all organisational levels. 
• Shared purpose : If you will be here with us, we share the same values.  
• Deeper connections : We are friendly and open to those who arrive, see great value in our differences and diversity, and work together with trust and collaboration. 

On top of that, in addition to a competitive and attractive compensation package, we offer a great number of extra-legal advantages such as flexible working hours, structural homeworking, a market competitive salary, mobility plan, performance bonus, meal vouchers, eco vouchers, pension provision, medical & hospitalization insurance, net allowances and cafetaria plan. 

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

Respect is one of our Values. Our commitment to inclusivity goes hand in hand with our dedication to sustainability and the environment. Inclusivity is part of who we are, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

At Schréder, we commit ourselves to co-creating an environment where passionate people work and win together, learn and have fun. Let Join us!