Local Procurement Representative
DEME
Company Overview
DEME Group NV
Zwijndrecht, Netherlands
1991
Approximately 5,680 employees worldwide (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of approximately €3.3 billion in FY 2023 (source: deme-group.com).
What They Do
DEME Group NV is a leading contractor in offshore energy, dredging, marine infrastructure, and environmental remediation. The company was formed from the merger of two Belgian dredging companies in 1991, but its roots date back to 1852. DEME has expanded its activities from traditional dredging to offshore wind installations, environmental services, and concessions in green hydrogen and deep-sea minerals. With nearly 150 years of cumulative experience in the sector, DEME has developed innovative technologies, such as wave energy through its subsidiary DEME Blue Energy and subsea cable installations (source: deme-group.com).
Projects & Track Record
DEME has a strong track record with historical projects such as dredging 25 million m³ in the Westerschelde and installing the 580 km long NorNed HVDC cable. Recently, the company completed inter-array cables for various wind farms, including Rentel and Merkur, and contributed to the development of offshore wind projects in the US and Taiwan. In 2023, DEME achieved a record order book of €7.58 billion, representing a 22% increase, and expanded its total installed capacity in offshore wind to 14 GW, with over 1,200 MW of DEME's share (source: deme-group.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, DEME announced a revenue growth of 24% and an EBITDA increase of 26% to €596 million for 2023. The company also announced the acquisition of Havfram, a Norwegian offshore wind contractor, to strengthen its presence in the wind market. Additionally, DEME has introduced new vessels, such as the Viking Neptun and Green Jade, and is active in the US and Taiwan markets (source: deme-group.com).
Working at DEME
DEME offers a wide range of positions, from dredging to offshore energy and environmental remediation. The company has a strong focus on safety and innovation, with a culture that emphasizes teamwork and dedication. The organization is actively recruiting staff at its headquarters in Zwijndrecht and at global locations, with a workforce exceeding 5,600 employees. While specific benefits are not detailed, the 2023 annual report suggests that the company offers competitive employment conditions for highly skilled maritime and technical talents (source: deme-group.com).
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Job Description
As a Local Procurement Representative, you play a key role in keeping our projects moving. You ensure smart, competitive and reliable local procurement by combining market insight, strong supplier partnerships and sharp negotiations. Your work directly supports our operational teams and contributes to sustainable value creation across our offshore wind projects worldwide.
- Offshore
- Supply Chain / Procurement
- Benelux
Responsibilities
- Manage contracts, documentation and procurement administration to ensure smooth operations.
- Explore local markets, analyze cost drivers and supply risks, and translate insights into effective purchasing actions.
- Capture and challenge stakeholder requirements, ensuring clear specifications and service levels.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, proactively identifying alternatives and future opportunities.
- Lead negotiations on pricing, quality and delivery terms, always aiming for the best total cost of ownership.
- Monitor supplier performance, identify improvement opportunities and drive continuous optimization.
Requirements
- You act proactively, anticipate risks and translate insights into action(s).
- You have strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- You are analytical, accurate and well-organized, with an eye for detail.
- You are a team player, who believes that great results are achieved together.
- You value safety, integrity, innovation, value creation and environmental awareness.
Offer
- 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.
WHERE NEXT?
Excited? Ready to explore? Great! Here's what the next steps look like:
- Click the Apply button above and send in your application.
- We'll review your application. If there's a match, you'll receive an invitation to meet with one of our recruiters.
- Either at our HQ or virtually, we'll get to know each other better and discuss your opportunities together.
- Where Next? Time to sign your contract and embark on your DEME journey!
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About the role
March 8, 2026
Full time
Company
- Zwijndrecht, Belgium
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