Nathalie Van Loocke

Guiding procurement processes within the strategic knowledge domains of De Lijn, to ensure a transparent and competitive procurement solution, optimize the procurement process according to legal provisions, and improve De Lijn's cost-efficiency.

• Coordinates the procurement process of procurement files, from the determination of basic needs up to the conclusion of the contract.

• Experience in the procurement technical guidance of complex and strategic files in the context of works, services, and supplies (e.g., Installation of fire protection systems and control room in the pre-metro stations of Antwerp, overhaul of tram car bodies, appointment of a multi-manager pension fund, parts contracts, hiring of external staff, etc.).

• Processes information and input into a complete and correct file and follows up on it.

• Prepares the 'Project and Award Method' memo and schedules it for the board of directors' meeting.

• Drafts the administrative and contractual provisions of the tender documents; combines them with the technical provisions into a coherent whole.

• Assesses candidate applications in the selection phase and offers in the tender phase.

• Develops a negotiation strategy and conducts negotiation meetings.

• Drafts award documents and schedules them for the board of directors' meeting.

• Manages internal and external communication.

• Maintains relationships with suppliers and is responsible for the periodic follow-up and evaluation of contracts and suppliers.

• Coaching and guiding new buyers.

Mapping out the operational planning for operations within the Bruges region. Optimizing and maximizing the quality of service delivery. Executing and implementing process optimizations. Responsible for over 300 employees. Establishing and maintaining contacts with internal and external parties, including cities and municipalities, police, interest groups, etc., in the context of mobility policy. Representing the organization's interests with social partners. Monitoring the effective and efficient operation of the region (performance, quality, budget, KPIs, etc.) and adjusting as necessary.

Responsible for the site in Sint-Niklaas. Inspections, consulting, complaint management, and analyses provided by the business unit to catering, retail, and industrial clients in Belgium and Luxembourg.

• Preparing the business plan for Siliker Belgium.

• Responsible for coordinating business activities and setting the sales strategy in Belgium and Luxembourg.

• Direct coaching of the management team.

• Leading a team of 30 people.

• Steering and optimizing operational processes (logistics, administration, invoicing, quality, etc.).

• Budget management of the business unit.

• Final responsibility for efficient operation and lean management.

• Building relationships with clients and expanding existing relationships with the sales manager.

• Actively expanding the client base through networking.

• Tapping into and developing new markets, based on customer needs, considering market competition.