International Buyer - Airline Cargo

CMA CGM; Marseille; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading global logistics company in Marseille is seeking an International Buyer to lead procurement for airport and cargo services. This role requires over 10 years of experience in international procurement within the airline sector, strong negotiation skills, and a Master's degree in a related field. The successful candidate will be pivotal in implementing a cost-effective procurement strategy aligned with the company's growth objectives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in international procurement within the airline sector.
• Strong expertise in managing complex contracts and negotiations.
• Fluency in English; French is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Lead the international procurement process for airport and cargo services.
• Implement a sustainable procurement strategy focused on cost reduction.
• Drive negotiations with suppliers to optimize performance.

Connaissances

International negotiation

Procurement strategy development

Analytical mindset

Contract management

Fluent in English

Formation

Master’s degree in International Business or related field

Description du poste

Overview

Since 1978, our Group has been constantly growing and innovating to offer its customers increasingly efficient maritime, land, air, and logistics solutions. Driven by a strong desire to design ever more effective solutions to serve a world in motion, the Group launched CMA CGM AIR CARGO in 2021, thereby expanding its transport and logistics offering. It has also recently grown with the acquisition of the Belgian company "Air Belgium."

Already equipped with a fleet of 4 long-haul aircraft (1 A330F and 3 B777Fs), it will be further reinforced with eight Airbus A350Fs by 2027, making CMA CGM AIR CARGO the launch operator of this new aircraft. Moreover, thanks to support from a partner, AIR CARGO now operates on the transpacific route with two additional B777Fs that we own.

As a key player in international air cargo transport, we operate across a global network of airports, service providers, and logistics partners. In a highly competitive environment where cost optimization is critical, we are looking for an International Buyer specialized in airport and cargo services, with solid experience in the airline industry.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the international procurement process for airport services, cargo handling, maintenance, and fuel.
• Define and implement a procurement strategy focused on sustainable cost reduction (cost-cutting) while ensuring quality and compliance.
• Drive negotiations and renegotiations of international contracts with suppliers and service providers.
• Identify performance levers: standardisation, volume consolidation, international tenders, and competitive bidding.
• Conduct market intelligence (fuel prices, airport taxes, cargo trends, industry benchmarks).
• Monitor and challenge supplier performance through KPIs and SLAs.
• Work closely with operational teams (cargo, finance, flight operations) to align procurement needs with business strategy.
• Ensure alignment of CCAC procurement procedures with CMA CGM Group standards.

Profile

• Master’s degree (International Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent).
• Significant experience (minimum 10 years) in international procurement within the airline sector (airline, cargo, airport services, or fuel sourcing).
• Strong expertise in international negotiation and management of complex contracts.
• Deep understanding of cost/quality/time challenges in a global, multi-site environment.
• Fluent in English, French is appreciated (another language is a plus).
• Analytical mindset, rigor, strong negotiation skills, result-oriented, with the ability to influence and challenge.
• A strategic role at the core of a fast-growing business.

Contract Information

• Permanent contract
• Position based in Marseille

We look forward to your submission !