Are you a true linchpin who can effortlessly switch between negotiations, project coordination, team management and operational follow-up?
Do you combine strategic vision with precision and strong relationship skills?
Then YOU the person we are looking for!
What are your responsibilities?
As Sustainable Procurement Manager, you play a key role within the Iris Group. You will define and implement a responsible, innovative procurement policy that is fully in line with our values, while supervising the activities of Fleet & Facility.
Your goal: optimize economic performance with maximum integration of environmental, social and societal challenges. You will be responsible for the following tasks:
Policy & Culture
- Define and implement a responsible purchasing policy in line with the group's values and RSE strategy
- Coordinate and negotiate contracts around mobility, energy, building investments, waste management and general group purchases
- Consolidate and strengthen sustainability policies with focus on economic efficiency, sustainability and social impact :
- Preparation and monitoring of the group's carbon footprint (scopes 1, 2 and 3)
- Perform competitive, regulatory and standards monitoring (ISO 14001, CO₂ Performance Ladder, Ecovadis, etc.)
- Sensitize teams and act as internal ambassador of the sustainability policy
- Support operational teams in purchasing decisions in line with RSE objectives
- Develop a responsible purchasing charter for suppliers and partners
Operational
- Supervise the Fleet & Facility department
- Preparation of purchase reports and formulation of strategic recommendations
- Preparation and follow-up of budgets (investments, maintenance, energy, fleet, etc.)
- Monitor compliance with legal and environmental standards and follow up on audits
- Implement a policy of continuous improvement and anticipate market trends
- Coordinate and lead various projects around acquisitions and operations
People Management
- Build, coach and motivate a high-performing team
- Guiding employees in their development and developing talents
- Individual follow-up and strengthen team collaboration
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate efficiently with internal departments and external partners
- Building and strengthening a sustainable ecosystem with consultants, experts and suppliers
Your talents and background
- You have a higher education degree (or equivalent through experience), preferably supplemented by training in sustainable procurement or RSE
- You have 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar position
- You have mastered MS Office and specific tools for purchasing and supply chain management
- You are perfectly bilingual (FR/NL) and have a good knowledge of English, both oral and written
- You know the market and actively follow trends around sustainability
- You have strong negotiation skills, project management and change management experience
- Your core competencies:
- Stress resistant
- Inspiring and exemplary leadership
- Strategic vision and strong analytical skills
- Clear communication, tailored to your audience
- Strong organizational skills and an eye for priorities
- Decisiveness with attention to risks and opportunities
- Innovative, connecting and ambassador of the group values (Ownership, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Partnership, Customer Centricity)
In addition to a challenging position, we offer you ...
- Room for own initiative and growth opportunities within a stable and pleasant working environment
- A salary commensurate with your experience
- A number of fringe benefits: company car, fuel card, meal vouchers, group insurance, hospitalization insurance, ...
- An employment contract of indefinite duration
- The ability to telecommute
- A position at the headquarters in Evere
How do we recruit our talents ?
After an initial CV screening, you will be invited for an interview with our recruiter. If everything goes well, you will be contacted for a second interview with the team leader and/or a direct colleague and possibly for a test/assessment. Once these steps are successfully completed, you will receive a contract offer to join our teams!
Interested? Then send your CV quickly !