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Purchasing Manager

Date:  May 6, 2025
Location: 

Jiangyin, CN

Company:  Bekaert NV

Be part of something bigger!


As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy. 

 

As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

 

Purpose and Mission

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day procurement activities across the plants in North China (Shenyang, Qingdao, Weihai) ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services required for ongoing operations. In addition, this role is also responsible for the daily purchasing of raw materials, utilities, spools& packagings and transportation. This role is critical in driving process efficiency, compliance, and budget adherence while serving as the primary liaison between the procurement function and plant operations. The Purchasing Manager will lead a team of 6 Plant Buyers, ensuring alignment with the Category strategic sourcing strategies and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

  • Procurement Operations Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Compliance and Risk Management
  • Supplier Management

Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement processes, compliance requirements, and supply chain management.
  • Proven experience in managing budgets and driving cost-saving initiatives.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
  • High level of integrity and commitment to compliance.
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

Previous Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing successful category strategies.

Qualifications and Education

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.

 

Be bold and take the leap!


We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team! 
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers


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