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Purchasing Coordinator - Project

Brussels City Permanent View Job Description
Our client is looking for a Purchasing Coordinator- Project to support high-stakes negotiations and project initiatives within a complex retail food environment. You'll transform raw data into strategic insights, streamline processes, and contribute directly to board-level presentations.

Updated on 29/08/2025

  • Play a key role in fast-moving, high-impact projects
  • Work closely with different stakeholders in a strategic environment

About Our Client

A key player in the food retail industry, our client operates in a fast-paced environment where purchasing decisions have a direct impact on business performance. They are known for their dynamic, data-driven approach to procurement and their ability to adapt quickly to market fluctuations, supplier pressures, and shifting consumer demands.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities



  • Support ongoing negotiations with in-depth data analysis and strategic reporting


  • Create impactful presentations for important stakeholders and purchasing department


  • Prepare retrospectives, dashboards, and reports post-negotiation


  • Assist in onboarding shareholders and suppliers into negotiation cycles


  • Coordinate the kick-off and content planning of large-scale negotiation events


  • Translate raw data from suppliers and internal sources into actionable insights


  • Ensure the smooth flow of internal communication and updates to leadership


  • Provide hands-on support to the lead negotiator (Natalia) in daily priorities

The Successful Applicant

Successful Candidate Profile



  • Holds a bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in business, economics, purchasing, or a related field


  • Has at least 3 to 5 years of experience in the retail sector, ideally within food distribution


  • Demonstrates prior exposure to purchasing or negotiation processes


  • Fluent in both English and French; knowledge of German and/or Dutch is a strong asset


  • Possesses strong analytical skills and enjoys working with numbers and data


  • Proactive, autonomous, organized, assertive and solutions-oriented


  • Strong interpersonal skills with an extroverted, hands-on communication style


  • Understands the commercial and operational challenges of the retail food industry

What's on Offer

What's on Offer



  • High-impact, visible role within the purchasing function


  • Opportunity to shape strategy through data-driven insights


  • Dynamic work environment with direct access to leadership
Contact
Kamar Fares
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6750713

Job summary

Sector
Procurement & Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Project Buyer
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Brussels City
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kamar Fares
Job Reference
JN-052025-6750713

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