Indirect Category Buyer

Socomec; Benfeld; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Socomec is seeking a seasoned Buyer to manage a broad portfolio of indirect purchases for our France operations. You will engage across IT, HR, Communications, and facilities, contributing to early-stage project specifications and leading tendering efforts.

With at least seven years in indirect procurement within an industrial setting, you will negotiate contracts, optimize costs, and build long-term supplier relationships while supporting a global procurement network rollout.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (Bachelor's +5 years) ideally in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Buyer, including experience in indirect procurement (NPP).

Responsibilities

• Manage a wide range of purchasing categories (IT, HR, Communications, Industrial Equipment, Building Investments, General Services, etc.).
• Participate in projects at an early stage and contribute to the definition of specifications and requirements.
• Lead and manage tendering processes (RFPs/RFQs).
• Negotiate with suppliers to help optimize costs, manage contracts, and place purchase orders.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, particularly for multi-year agreements.
• Promote and represent the purchasing function on Group procurement topics and initiatives.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our indirect procurement processes.
• Support the deployment of our global indirect procurement network across Group manufacturing sites and areas of influence.

Skills

BI tools

English proficiency

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Purchasing / Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree +5 years

Job description

Reporting to the Group Category Purchasing Manager, you will join a team of 7 people. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of indirect purchases (non-production related) for our France scope.

Responsibilities

• Manage a wide range of purchasing categories (IT, Human Resources, Communications, Industrial Equipment, Building Investments, General Services, etc.).
• Participate in projects at an early stage and contribute to the definition of specifications and requirements.
• Lead and manage tendering processes (RFPs/RFQs).
• Negotiate with suppliers to help optimize costs, manage contracts, and place purchase orders.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, particularly for multi-year agreements.
• Promote and represent the purchasing function on Group procurement topics and initiatives.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our indirect procurement processes.
• Support the deployment of our global indirect procurement network across Group manufacturing sites and areas of influence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (Bachelor's +5 years), ideally with a specialization in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Buyer, including experience in indirect procurement (NPP), ideally within General Services or an industrial environment.

Additional Assets That Could Make You Stand Out

• Ability to manage diverse purchasing categories and lead successful negotiations.
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence (BI) tools and their practical applications.
• Strong English proficiency (B2/C1 level) is essential in an international environment.

Because Your Profile Is More Than Just Technical Skills

• Proactive mindset and ability to contribute to a team undergoing significant development and structuring.
• Strong team spirit and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt communication and approach to a variety of stakeholders.

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