Procurement Team Leader

Are you one of those people who look up to the sky every time a plane passes by?

Space holds no more secrets for you than it does for science?

Environmental and technological challenges are among those you wish to tackle?

Come join Sabca and play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace inside a company with more than 100 years of existence.

We are experts in designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers.

In Brussels, we have our Structural and Mechatronics Engineering offices, where all our new programs begin and our workshops are equipped with modern

machines that produce complex metallic assemblies for aircraft and space launchers as well as advanced Thrust Vectoring Systems for space launchers.

SABCA Brussels is also the home to our "Unmanned Autonomous Systems" aka: the drones solutions unit!

Mission And Responsibilities

The primary mission of this position is to ensure effective supply management by optimizing material flows and guaranteeing the availability of components for production. This includes coordinating and supervising a team of Procurement Officers while ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual commitments with suppliers. The goal is to continuously improve processes, reduce costs, and minimize risks while fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

• Supply Management
• Manage a team of 10 Procurement Officers spread across Brussels (7) and Casablanca (3), ensuring their coordination and skills development.
• Oversee suppliers' operational performance (order execution, adherence to delivery deadlines, product quality).
• Coordinate supply flows according to production needs and stock constraints.
• Work closely with Planning, Logistics, Quality, and Purchasing teams to ensure a smooth supply process.
• Optimize stock levels and reduce costs related to supply.
• Ensure proper application of internal procedures and compliance with contractual commitments defined by the Purchasing/Sourcing department.
• Anticipate and analyze raw material and component needs based on production forecasts.
• Establish performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure regular reporting to management.
• Supplier Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
• Evaluate supplier performance (delivery times, quality, reliability) and implement corrective actions if necessary.
• Lead continuous improvement and digitalization projects for procurement processes.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to the supply chain (disruptions, supplier failures, financial impact).
• Leadership and Team Management
• Ensure continuous learning and development of the team.
• Guide and support Procurement teams on both operational and strategic aspects.
• Coordinate and facilitate communication between local and offshore teams.
• Develop team skills through coaching, training, and performance monitoring.
• Regularly update and maintain competency matrices to enhance collaboration and continuous professional development.
• Delegate tasks and set deadlines for the Procurement team, encourage creativity and risk-taking, and recognize high performance by valuing achievements.
• Additional Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance with EN9100 quality standards and the ISO 14001 environmental standard.
  
  

Desired Profile

🎓 Education:

Engineer or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Management, or equivalent through experience.

📌 Experience:

Proven experience in supply management and team leadership in an industrial environment.

🔍 Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in an ERP system, ideally SAP.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis and reporting (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• Familiarity with stock optimization methods and process improvement.
• Excellent understanding of MRP system functionality.
  
  

🤝 Behavioral Skills:

Leadership, adaptability, analytical thinking, and priority management.

🗣 Languages:

Fluent English required, French and/or Dutch.

So, What’s in it for you?

Experience! Gain new experience to thanks to the full range of services we offer to the civil, space and military aviation markets as well as to the commercial

Unmanned Autonomous Systems (drones). Our activities include designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers for

customers and partners belonging to the elite of the aerospace industry.

Excitement! Work in an exciting environment where long-standing expertise and research and technological development feed off each other.

Sabca collaborators have their passion and their know-how as common denominator.

Teamwork, reliability and innovation are part of the culture we value and that lead us to success.

Challenges! Help Europe access to space by designing and manufacturing rocket structures.

Be part of the pioneers in developing advanced air mobility solutions inside our division dedicated to drones. Use your knowledge to take people around the world on board low-carbon aircraft.

Contribute to the environmental and technological challenges of the century. Play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace.

Be ready for take-off!