Global Procurement Data & Process Lead - 5-Month Contract

Symrise AG; Rennes; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Symrise AG in Rennes, France, seeks a Data and Process Specialist to strengthen procurement performance through data, analytics, and standardized processes across our global organization.

You will partner with IT, Finance, Sustainability, and suppliers to drive spend visibility, P2P improvements, and governance, using SAP data mastery and BI tools. The role covers end-to-end Procure-to-Pay, supplier management, contracting, and sustainability within an international team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Purchasing, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in procurement analytics, procurement systems, process excellence, transformation, or a Center of Excellence environment.
• Hands-on experience with procurement platforms and data.
• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay processes.
• Advanced analytical skills; proficient with Excel, BI tools and data visualization.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear insights; effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in a complex, global, matrixed organization.
• Structured problem-solving, attention to detail, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience with ERP environments, system integrations, or procurement operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Data & Analytics: Develop and improve procurement data models, dashboards, and KPIs; ensure data governance; translate needs into insights; support reporting; promote self-service analytics.
• Process Excellence: Define end-to-end procurement processes; drive global standardization; identify inefficiencies; lead improvement initiatives; support change management.
• Procurement Technology: Support evaluation and implementation of procurement solutions; partner with IT on enhancements; assist with testing and training.
• Operational Data Management: Manage purchasing master data in SAP; monitor blocked invoices; act as SAP key user; maintain procurement reports and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Structured approach

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business / Purchasing / Information Systems / Engineering

Tools

Excel

BI tools

Data visualization tools

SAP

ERP environments

Job description

Symrise AG in Rennes, France, seeks a Data and Process Specialist to strengthen procurement performance through data, analytics, and standardized processes across our global organization.

You will partner with IT, Finance, Sustainability, and suppliers to drive spend visibility, P2P improvements, and governance, using SAP data mastery and BI tools. The role covers end-to-end Procure-to-Pay, supplier management, contracting, and sustainability within an international team.