Junior buyer EMEA H/F

TN France; Paris; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Category Manager to oversee Chemicals and Packaging purchasing strategies across Europe. This role is crucial for ensuring supply continuity while driving cost-saving initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and a strong background in international purchasing, coupled with excellent negotiation and communication skills in both French and English. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, and contribute significantly to the company's profitability and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of experience in International Purchasing.
• Strong presentation and communication skills in French and English.

Responsabilités

• Implement purchasing processes and strategies at the regional level.
• Lead RFQs and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor market trends and communicate opportunities.

Connaissances

International Purchasing

Negotiation Skills

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Market Analysis

Formation

Business or Engineering Degree - Masters level

Description du poste

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Category Management Responsibilities

1. Implement clear Chemicals/Packaging Purchasing processes & strategies at the regional level in liaison with the Regional Category Manager.
2. Deliver expected Cash and Savings Targets.
3. Report on project KPIs, forecasts, and savings related to the category.
4. Provide market review information and data for Senior Management on time (e.g., RFQ results, packaging workshops implementation).
5. Participate in Operations review meetings.
6. Collect needs from various sites via local buyers and operations teams, challenge them, and introduce alternatives into the current Sourcing Portfolio.
7. Implement performance reviews with strategic suppliers, assessing them through KPIs (Financial, Supply, Quality, Innovation, etc.).
8. Conduct industry and competitor analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities, material selection, manufacturing techniques, and sourcing strategies.
9. Monitor indexes and market trends, communicating regularly to anticipate opportunities and risks.
10. Collaborate across regions to leverage bargaining power, share knowledge, and foster continuous improvement.
11. Participate in global supplier panel updates and manage market surveys to identify new producers or distributors.
12. Develop low-cost country suppliers in collaboration with other regional teams.
13. Animate the Chemicals & Packaging community at the regional level, including project reviews and updates on tools, contracts, and claims.
14. Enhance market expertise through benchmarking, supplier intelligence, and industry events.
15. Regularly scan the market for new producers/distributors and regulatory changes impacting supply or prices.

Job Scope and Dimensions

Chemicals and Packaging are key strategic commodities for IMERYS, with over €66M spend across multiple European assets. The Regional Category Manager reports to the EMEA Global Category Director and collaborates closely with plants and local purchasing teams to ensure supply continuity and competitive sourcing. The purchasing team significantly contributes to business profitability.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead RFQs and negotiate contracts.
• Ensure proper implementation of contracts.
• Respond to stakeholder needs and expectations.
• Seek innovative solutions.
• Support the budget process and market trend assumptions.

Job Specifications

Education and Experience:

• Business or Engineering Degree - Masters level.
• 2-3+ years of experience in International Purchasing.
• Strong presentation and communication skills in French and English.
• Proven managerial ability.
• Ability to influence and secure buy-in in a dotted-line reporting structure.