Strategic Purchaser - Wilrijk, België - Atlas Copco Airpower N.V.

Atlas Copco Airpower N.V.
Atlas Copco Airpower N.V.
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Wilrijk, België

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Sophie Dubois

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Sophie Dubois

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Beschrijving

Strategic Purchaser:


  • Functional area: Purchasing
  • Country: Belgium
  • City: Wilrijk
  • Company name: Atlas Copco Airpower N

V- Date of posting:
Nov 29, 2023
Are you ready for an exciting opportunity in the world of compressors?


Within the Service Division of Compressor Technique, we are committed to achieving optimal availability of components and services, ensuring our clients receive exceptional service.

With our investments in Optimization products, we are improving the industry by optimizing existing networks of machines, as well as connecting compressors to trustworthy air distribution networks, avoiding loss of efficiency along the chain.


You will play an important part in our Atlas Copco journey to become and remain First in Mind, First in Choice.

You will manage supplier relationships for our existing supplier portfolio as well as provide input for projects to onboard new suppliers.

As an important contributor, you will explore and improve supply chains, considering six pillars of purchasing excellence:
total cost of ownership, quality, logistics, products and process development, contracting, and sustainability.

This position gives the opportunity to work with all departments of Atlas Copco, from Finance to operations (or marketing to engineering).


Your responsibilities will include:


  • Develop a purchasing strategy aligned with our divisional targets, contributing to optimized customer service.
  • Gain indepth knowledge of electrical commodities and suppliers.
  • Participate in projects related to aftermarket compressors and compressor rooms, ensuring project budgets and timelines are met.
  • Source potential new suppliers by evaluating their commercial, technical, and supply chain capabilities, following our business code.
  • Lead negotiations with suppliers for the renewal of supply agreements.
  • Work on costsaving and availability projects by conducting market benchmarking the supply base, and identifying value creation opportunities and supplier risks.
  • Collaborate with Supplier Quality Assurance engineers to enhance supplier quality performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Evaluate logístical performance to safeguard ontime deliveries to our valued customers.


To excel in this role, you have a master's degree in engineering or business, or relevant experience in supply chain management.

Fluency in English is necessary. You don't need to be an expert just yet, but should be passionate about new innovations and technology.

No need to jump on every table you see, but you do need to dare to stand up and take the lead when necessary.

You speak your mind, with respect for all stakeholders.


What you can expect from us
You will join an inclusive team of Buyers and Business Process Experts and report directly to the Team Leader.

You will work in an international and diverse environment with specialists from different disciplines. Our culture is rooted in Swedish values, which includes a family feeling, respect and diversity. We invest in our employees' development and well-being, and we provide a flexible work-life balance. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow. Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning.

You will have a comprehensive onboarding program, including guidance by a personal godmother/godfather. You will have access to global job opportunities, as part of the Atlas Copco Group. We offer an interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave and retirement benefits.

This is a hybrid position, with the main location onsite in Antwerp, Belgium. Expected travel is about 20%.


Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice
Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.


Start a journey towards something greater
At Atlas Copco we believe in challenging the status quo, always looking for a better way. Our caring culture and leading-edge technology enable us to innovate for a sustainable future. With us you become part of a global community of passionate people making a tangible impact on people's lives.
We offer a wide range of interesting job roles and many opportunities to grow. This is where it begins - Join us at the Home of Industrial Ideas.

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