Location / relocation: France, Cholet
We support Ukrainians, and we are looking for Strategic Buyer for Finished Goods!
Our ideal candidate is good at understanding the supply chain and operational matters.
Requirements:
At least 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role
Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Mobile: minimum 20% for traveling
Strong stakeholder management skills
Open-minded, hard-working, and result-oriented
You have to understand the site’s needs and be able to challenge them
Excellent interpersonal skills to make people adhere and look for the procurement assistance
Positive team player who is willing to take part in cross-functional initiatives
Has a technical and analytical mindset
Competitive advantage:
Knowledge of French is a tremendous asset
Training: Master and seasoned category management experience
Responsibilities:
Coordination of activities of Strategic Procurement based on the strategy developed by the Category Manager within EMEA and approved by the France Strategic Procurement Director
Conduct projects to deliver savings and fundamental process changes
Prepare market analysis reports and action plans based on conclusions
Development of Synergies for the benefit of the company in France and EMEA
Work within a matrix structured organization delivering projects within procurement
Managing specified commodity base for EMEA/France
Analyzing existing spending and providing clear reporting to the National and European team
Work closely with stakeholders (Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing) to proactively look for opportunities surrounding product specification and cost
Liaise with local and centralized teams on turnaround projects and saving initiatives
Define and manage Key Suppliers' relationships and productivity plans
Prepare and conduct suppliers' negotiations in coordination with European Category Managers and France Strategic Procurement Director
Maintain strategic supplier scorecards at the plant level
Implementation and follow-up of the strategies defined by European Category Managers and France Strategic Procurement Director
Categorizing management: 7-step methodology
Main objectives are to make savings, secure supplies, and improve cash
Reporting to France Strategic Procurement Director
Job Accountabilities:
Support the business objectives of the French branch in Procurement of Bought in Finished Goods: Plastic/nonplastic parts, Sanitary products, Glues…
Make the Procurement function an asset of the company and actively contribute to the French/European Procurement network to ensure alignment, optimization, and results orientation
Global objectives: Total Cost of Ownership Reduction and Strategic partnership development both internally and externally; Risk management, Improve Trade Payables by extending Payment Terms
Work with: Operations/Supply Chain, Sales, Logistics, Finance, Legal, and Procurement Teams across Europe
Identify the key stakeholders (decision process) Obtain specifications and challenge them
Carry out market analysis (offer and demand)
Identify the market levers and formulate an improvement strategy (risk, innovation, and cost)
Negotiate (from co-operation to hard)
Set up the contracts and make sure they are properly used internally
Follow up the supplier’s performance
Keep in mind the timing constraints (projects management skills)
Ensure that orders are placed in accordance with negotiated contracts
Apply and develop purchasing guidelines including CSR (ethics, environmental policy, sustainability)
Contribute to the process and prepare the annual budget.
Comply with rules of engagement
About the company: a global leader in advanced piping systems for building, infrastructure, industrial, and agriculture. The company operates in more than 40 countries, combining local solutions with global innovation and operational excellence — we provide communities around the world with sustainable solutions for water and energy, leading the industry in a way that anticipates the rapidly evolving needs of society.
Company offers:
Permanent contract of employment
Love and support for Ukrainian employees
Relocation support if needed
Hybrid mode of work: 50% from home + 50% in the office
School allocation support
Local language support
Health / medical incentive
Training programs
Awesome colleagues and pleasant working atmosphere
Annual salary €35000 — €45000 + annual profit-sharing retribution
Recruitment process:
Video call with an external recruiter
Online interview with in-house HR
Online/offline interview with a Hiring Manager
Send your CV to recruitment@lifes-vision.com
