Tender & Project Procurement
Prepare and issue RFQs (Request for Quotations).
Evaluate supplier proposals on pricing, technical compliance, planning, QA/HSE and contractual terms.
Lead clarification and negotiation meetings with suppliers.
Finalize contracts in collaboration with project stakeholders.
Supplier & Market Engagement
Monitor supplier performance and capacity.
Identify risks and opportunities in the supply chain.
Share market intelligence and supplier innovations, with a focus on sustainable practices.
Internal Collaboration
Work closely in cross-functional teams with design engineers, contract managers, project engineers, estimators, tender managers, and project managers.
Build strong internal networks across procurement and technical teams.
Process & Compliance
Apply DEME’s procurement policies and methodologies.
Continuously improve procurement processes for better efficiency and results.
Ensure procurement decisions support DEME’s sustainability objectives.
Education: Master’s degree, preferably in Engineering.
Experience: Experience in procurement within civil engineering projects is a strong asset.
Languages: Fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
Strong analytical and commercial mindset.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Strategic and cross-functional thinking.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in Excel and procurement tools.
Mobility: Willingness to work from both the Zwijndrecht (BE) and Dordrecht (NL) offices, with occasional travel abroad.
An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.
A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.
A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities.
A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.
Top Skills
What We Do
DEME (Euronext Brussels: DEME) is a leading contractor in the fields of offshore energy, dredging & infra, environmental remediation, trenching and marine infrastructure. DEME also engages in concessions activities in offshore wind, marine infrastructure, green hydrogen, and deep-sea mineral harvesting. The company can build on almost 150 years of experience and is a front runner in innovation and new technologies. DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, the reduction of emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of mineral resources. DEME can rely on more than 5,300 highly skilled professionals and operates one of the largest and most technologically advanced fleets in the world. DEME realised a turnover of 3,285 million euro with an EBITDA of 596 million euro in 2023
